Viewpoints Critical

Selected Stories

L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

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This is the first story collection ever from bestselling fantasy and science fiction writer L. E. Modesitt, Jr. Modesitt began publishing short fiction in the SF magazines in the 1970s, and this collection includes a selection of stories from the whole of his career. Some of the early stories are kernels for his early SF novels, others display the wide range of his talents and interests, from satire to military adventure.

This book also contains three new stories that have never been published before: “Black Ordermage,” set in Modesitt’s bestselling Recluce series; “Beyond the Obvious Wind,” set in his Corean Chronicles universe; and “Always Outside the Lines,” which is related to the Ghost of Columbia books. Viewpoints Critical is an excellent introduction to the work of one of the major SF and fantasy writers publishing today.

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“The collection amply demonstrates [Modesitt’s] probing intelligence and the breathtaking range of his inquiries.”
--Kirkus Reviews

“This impressive collection of reprints dating back to 1973 and a handful of new stories displays Modesitt’s breadth of experience and knowledge to great effect. As in Modesitt’s novels, eloquent prose and skilled characterization are evident.”
--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“L. E. Modesitt’s character development is top-notch. If you haven’t read anything by him, pick up this book and introduce yourself.”
--SFREVU.com

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David  rated it  
Nov 27, 2008
Modesitt is as thought provoking as ever, and is able to make his points succinctly and entertainingly in this book of short stories. He adds bits and pieces to various of his universes that reconnect us with minor characters from Recluse. Overall, however, the short story format points out that he ...more
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Chris  rated it  
Jun 24, 2008
Mr. Modesitt states in the opening of this book that he is not a good short story writer. Don't let that stop you from enjoying this collection. As usual, he is thought-inspiring and deep. ...more
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Gary  rated it  
Mar 21, 2008
A nice mix of short stories, some in Recluse, another from the universe of the Corean Chronicles (I would like to have seen a Spellsong story as well, but oh well). A good number of standalones. Engaging, and well written, if a hair uneven at points. ...more
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L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

L. E. Modesitt, Jr., is the bestselling author of the fantasy series The Saga of Recluce, Corean Chronicles, and the Imager Portfolio. His science fiction includes Adiamante, the Ecolitan novels, the Forever Hero Trilogy, and Archform: Beauty. Besides a writer, Modesitt has been a U.S. Navy pilot, a director of research for a political campaign, legislative assistant and staff director for a U.S. Congressman, Director of Legislation and Congressional Relations for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, a consultant on environmental, regulatory, and communications issues, and a college lecturer. He lives in Cedar City, Utah.

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Viewpoints Critical
Selected Stories
L. E. Modesitt, Jr.

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November 2011
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