This exciting anthology of great science fiction writing ranges from epic tales of space travels to subtle evocations of future societies, exploring the enormous versatility of this increasingly popular form of fiction.

Many of the great names, from the first acclaimed pioneer of the genre, H.G. Wells, to modern masters such as Poul Anderson, Ray Bradbury and Arthur C. Clarke, are represented, with stories which bring the future vividly and often terrifying to life by the amazing power of their creative imagination.

With its unique combination of humour, horror and fantasy, this anthology will be a perfect introductory volume for those attracted to this genre.