• Space By The Tale by Jerome Bixby - Fehmerling Books
  • The back cover of 'Space by the Tale' by Jerome Bixby, featuring a weathered white background with blue and black text. It introduces Bixby as one of the 'brightest stars in science fiction' and mentions his famous story 'It's a Good Life,' which critics have called the most terrifying modern fantasy.
  • Side-angle view of 'Space by the Tale' resting on a neutral background. The spine prominently displays the author's name and the Ballantine Books logo, showcasing the well-read condition and physical character of this collectible mid-century sci-fi volume.
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Jerome Bixby | Science Fiction Short Stories and Anthology

Space By The Tale by Jerome Bixby

Space By The Tale by Jerome Bixby

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A Classic Sci-Fi Short Story Collection of Alien Encounters, Twist Endings, and Cosmic Satire

Written by legendary speculative fiction author and screenwriter Jerome Bixby (creator of the famous Star Trek episode "Mirror, Mirror" and The Twilight Zone classic "It's a Good Life"), this seminal short story collection gathers eleven imaginative science fiction tales.

Spanning space exploration, time paradoxes, and alien first contact, the collection features acclaimed stories including "The Slylvan Right," "The Battle of the Suet," and "Laboratory." Bixby's signature sharp wit, unexpected twist endings, and philosophical humor shine across every entry.

Why You’ll Love This Book

Jerome Bixby delivers a masterclass in classic short-form science fiction and cosmic satire. Essential reading for fans of Rod Serling's The Twilight Zone, Philip K. Dick, Fredric Brown, and Golden Age sci-fi anthologies.

Edition & Specifications

Publisher: Ballantine Books

Pages: 159

Format: Paperback

Publication Date: 1964

ISBN: 

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