The Ultimate Sci Fi Collection

by Blackmore Dennett (Editor), Edward Bellamy, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley

The Ultimate Sci Fi Collection brings together over 50 of the greatest science fiction masterpieces ever written!

Featuring:

JOURNEY TO THE CENTER OF THE EARTH, by Jules Verne
TWENTY THOUSAND LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA, by Jules Verne
THE MYSTERIOUS ISLAND, by Jules Verne
FROM THE EARTH TO THE MOON, by Jules Verne
AROUND THE MOON, by Jules Verne
OFF ON A COMET, by Jules Verne
DOCTOR OX’S EXPERIMENT, by Jules Verne
THE STEAM HOUSE, by Jules Verne
IN THE YEAR 2889, by Jules Verne
THE TIME MACHINE, by H.G. Wells
THE WAR OF THE WORLDS, by H.G. Wells
THE ISLAND OF DR. MOREAU, by H.G. Wells
THE INVISIBLE MAN, by H.G. Wells
A DESCENT INTO THE MAELSTROM, by Edgar Allan Poe
THE FACTS IN THE CASE OF M. VALDEMAR, by Edgar Allan Poe
SOME WORDS WITH A  MUMMY, by Edgar Allan Poe
A TALE OF THE RAGGED MOUNTAINS, by Edgar Allan Poe
FRANKENSTEIN, by Mary Shelley
THE LAST MAN, by Mary Shelley
FLATLAND, by Edwin A. Abbott
LOOKING BACKWARD: 2000-1887, by Edward Bellamy
EQUALITY, by Edward Bellamy
DR. HEIDENHOFF’S PROCESS, by Edward Bellamy
A CONNECTICUT YANKEE IN KING ARTHUR’S COURT, by Mark Twain
THE LOST WORLD, by Arthur Conan Doyle
THE POISON BELT, by Arthur Conan Doyle
AT THE EARTH’S CORE, by Edgar Rice Burroughs
PELLUCIDAR, by Edgar Rice Burroughs
THE LAND THAT TIME FORGOT, by Edgar Rice Burroughs
THE PEOPLE THAT TIME FORGOT, by Edgar Rice Burroughs
OUT OF TIME’S ABYSS, by Edgar Rice Burroughs
BEYOND THIRTY, by Edgar Rice Burroughs
THE BLAZING WORLD, by Margaret Cavendish
ULLER UPRISING, by H. Beam Piper
FOUR-DAY PLANET, by H. Beam Piper
THE COSMIC COMPUTER, by H. Beam Piper
SPACE VIKING, by H. Beam Piper
LAST ENEMY, by H. Beam Piper
TIME CRIME, by H. Beam Piper
EDISON’S CONQUEST OF MARS, by Garrett P. Serviss
THE VARIABLE MAN, by Philip K. Dick
ADJUSTMENT TEAM, by Philip K. Dick
THE HANGING STRANGER, by Philip K. Dick
TRIPLANETARY, by E.E. “Doc” Smith
FIRST LENSMAN, by E.E. “Doc” Smith
THE SKYLARK OF SPACE, by E.E. “Doc” Smith
THE GALAXY PRIMES, by E.E. “Doc” Smith
MURDER MADNESS, by Murray Leinster
THE FORGOTTEN PLANET, by Murray Leinster
THE TIME TRADERS, by Andre Norton
and
KEY OUT OF TIME, by Andre Norton

Genres: Science Fiction, Fiction, Amazon

10259 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 3, 2019

Reviews

[Clara Berg · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Ultimate Sci-Fi Collection is an ambitious anthology that brings together some of the most iconic stories in the science fiction genre. With contributions from legendary authors such as Isaac Asimov, Arthur C. Clarke, Philip K. Dick, and Ursula K. Le Guin, this collection is a must-read for fans of the genre. The breadth of stories included covers everything from space exploration and dystopian futures to artificial intelligence and the nature of humanity itself. What sets this collection apart is the diversity of its content: it manages to highlight the many facets of science fiction, whether you're drawn to the hard science of space travel or the philosophical implications of future societies. The stories are thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating, often challenging readers to reconsider the world around them, as well as the possibilities of the future.

The collection, however, isn’t just for science fiction aficionados; it’s also an excellent introduction for newcomers to the genre. The stories are well-curated, with each one offering a unique take on timeless themes like the struggle for identity, the impact of technology on society, and the human drive to explore the unknown. While some stories may feel dated in their perspectives, many have aged incredibly well, retaining their relevance in the modern world. The only drawback to this anthology is that, given its length, it may feel overwhelming for readers who prefer shorter, more easily digestible narratives. Nonetheless, The Ultimate Sci-Fi Collection is a treasure trove of imagination and innovation, offering a panoramic view of the genre's greatest achievements. Whether you're a long-time fan or a curious newcomer, this collection is sure to leave you inspired and eager to explore more of the sci-fi world.

[Esther Wagner · Rating 5 out of 5]

While the writing was undeniably beautiful, the story itself felt a bit too slow for my taste. The characters were well-developed, but the plot seemed to meander without a clear direction at times. I appreciated the exploration of complex themes, but it sometimes felt like the narrative was trying too hard to be profound. Still, the book had its moments, especially towards the end, where everything came together in a surprisingly satisfying way.

[Elizabeth Marshall · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book had all the ingredients for a great read, but it didn’t quite come together for me. The premise was fascinating, and the early chapters set up an intriguing mystery. However, the plot became convoluted, and I found myself losing track of the numerous subplots. The characters were well-written, but the pacing made it difficult to stay fully invested. Still, there were enough high points to make it worth the read.

[Mike · Rating 2 out of 5]

Good in parts

As with any disparate collection there are good and bad parts. Some stories I liked, some I tolerated but quite a few I skipped entirely.

Would I recommend this collection? Yes, if you want an introduction to older SF stories but it's probably not worth it for those who already know what they like.

[Amy Chan · Rating 2 out of 5]

Dnf. Too dated/boring for my tastes (I know they're classics but all the Jules Verne at the start just made me lose interest)

[Tristan]

In this review, “SRCO” means “separately read and commented on”.

This vast collection contains the following works:

* by Jules Verne - Journey to the Centre of the Earth (SRCO), Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea (SRCO), The Mysterious Island, From the Earth to the Moon (SRCO), Around the Moon, Off on a Comet, Doctor Ox’s Experiment, The Steam House, In the Year 2889;

* by H G Wells - The Time Machine (SRCO), The War Of The Worlds (SRCO), The Island of Doctor Moreau, The Invisible Man (SRCO);

* by Edgar Rice Burroughs - At the Earth’s Core (SRCO), Pellucidar (SRCO), The Land that Time Forgot (SRCO), The People that Time Forgot, Out of Time’s Abyss, Beyond Thirty;

* by Margaret Cavendish - The Blazing World;

* by H Beam Piper - Uller Uprising, Four-day Planet; The Cosmic Computer, Space Viking, Last Enemy, Time Crime;

* by Garrett P Serviss - Edison’s Conquest of Mars;

* by Edgar Allan Poe - A Descent into the Maelstrom, The Facts in the Case of Mr Valdemar, Some Words with a Mummy, A Tale of the Ragged Mountains;

* by Mary Shelley - Frankenstein (SRCO), The Last Man;

* by Edwin A Abott - Flatland;

* by Edward Bellamy - Looking Backwards 2000-1887, Equality, Dr Heidenhoff’s Process;

* by Mark Twain - A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court;

* by Arthur Conan Doyle - The Lost World (SRCO), The Poison Belt;

* by Philip K Dick - The Variable Man, Adjustment Team, The Hanging Stranger;

* by E E “Doc” Smith - Triplanetary (SRCO), First Lensman (SRCO), The Skylark of Space, The Galaxy Primer;

* by Murray Leinster - Murder Madness, The Forgotten Planet;

* and finally by Andre Norton - The Time Traders (SRCO), Key Out of Time.