• Front cover view of Paingod and Other Delusions by Harlan Ellison centered on a neutral light gray background. Creasing near the spine. Minor chipping around the edges. Cover art is vibrant.
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Dystopian, Speculative Fiction, and Dark Fiction

Paingod and Other Delusions by Harlan Ellison

Paingod and Other Delusions by Harlan Ellison

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A Classic Harlan Ellison Speculative Short Fiction Collection of Cosmic Guilt and Reality Warping

This classic short story collection gathers eight visceral speculative tales by multi-Hugo and Nebula Award-winner Harlan Ellison. Lead story "Paingod" introduces Tula, an immortal cosmic sculpture of pain who experiences existential crisis when contemplating the suffering of sentient mortal species.

Featuring acclaimed stories including "Repent, Harlequin!" Said the Ticktockman, "Deeper Than the Darkness," and "Wanted in Surgery," the volume explores totalitarian conformity, psychological torment, and human resilience amidst cosmic indifference.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Harlan Ellison presents a masterclass in provocative, emotionally charged speculative fiction. A must-have volume for fans of Philip K. Dick, Ray Bradbury, and classic New Wave science fiction.

Book Details

ISBN: 9780441645763

Binding: Mass market paperback

Pub Date:

Publisher: Ace

Pages: 178

Author:

  • Harlan Ellison

Language: English

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