First came the spoors, falling from the heavens and planting giant green vines that slowly take over, smothering all life they come into contact with. For a small band of farmers in Northern Minnesota, it seems like a biblical plague -- a curse from the heavens sent to destroy mankind. But when the robotic destroyers follow, it is clearly the result of a horrific extraterrestrial visitation.Buddy Anderson returns to his hometown of Tassel, Minnesota to join his father, erstwhile mayor, and messianic preacher in his attempts ...
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First came the spoors, falling from the heavens and planting giant green vines that slowly take over, smothering all life they come into contact with. For a small band of farmers in Northern Minnesota, it seems like a biblical plague -- a curse from the heavens sent to destroy mankind. But when the robotic destroyers follow, it is clearly the result of a horrific extraterrestrial visitation.Buddy Anderson returns to his hometown of Tassel, Minnesota to join his father, erstwhile mayor, and messianic preacher in his attempts to save the remaining residents of this small town, and perhaps on the whole earth. As the plants encroach on humanity and crush out its means of sustenance, people struggle to maintain some humanity amidst catastrophic circumstances. Can they continue to survive in the face of such daunting odds or are they destined to play out the last act of the drama of humanity?In The Genocides, Thomas M. Disch has produced one of the classics of science fiction and a worthy successor to The War of the Worlds and The Day of the Triffids.
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Add this copy of The Genocides to cart. $17.92, like new condition, Sold by GreatBookPricesUK5 rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Castle Donington, DERBYSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2000 by Vintage.
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Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 160 p. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
Add this copy of The Genocides to cart. $561.13, very good condition, Sold by Rooke Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from BATH, SOMERSET, UNITED KINGDOM, published 1967 by Ronald Whiting and Wheaton.
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Penny Carey. Near Fine in Near Fine jacket. A scarce copy of Disch's first novel, being a truly powerful work of science fiction. First English edition. With the original illustrated dustwrapper by Penny Carey. In original cloth covered binding with original illustrated unclipped dustwrapper. Externally, cloth is generally smart, though with the spine very slightly cocked. Dustwrapper is smart, with only some light chipping, and minor sunning to the rear. Internally, firmly bound and bright, with instances of light scattered foxing. Near Fine.
Add this copy of The Genocides to cart. $18.68, good condition, Sold by BayStateBooks rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from North Smithfield, RI, UNITED STATES, published 2000 by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group.
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The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting and there might be a From the library of label. Boxed set packaging shrink wrap or included media like CDs may be missing.
Add this copy of The Genocides to cart. $18.95, very good condition, Sold by King Crab Books LLC rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Saint Paul, MN, UNITED STATES, published 1965 by Berkley.
Add this copy of The Genocides to cart. $20.00, very good condition, Sold by Chris Korczak, Bookseller rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Easthampton, MA, UNITED STATES, published 1965 by Berkley.
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Add this copy of The Genocides to cart. $30.95, like new condition, Sold by King Crab Books LLC rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Saint Paul, MN, UNITED STATES, published 1965 by Berkley.
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Add this copy of The Genocides to cart. $34.00, very good condition, Sold by Black Glove Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Olmsted Falls, OH, UNITED STATES, published 1965 by Berkley Books.
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Very good. Signed by author. 1965 edition. Signed by Author on title page. Binding strong, pages tight. No other marks or writing. Cover shows normal wear
Add this copy of The Genocides to cart. $38.50, very good condition, Sold by Black Glove Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Olmsted Falls, OH, UNITED STATES, published 1965 by Berkley Medallion Book.
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Very good. Signed by author. 192 p. Audience: General/trade. 1st printing 1965. Signed by Author. Binding strong, pages tight. No other marks or writing. Cover shows light wear
