The Best of Harry Turtledove

About the book

Harry Turtledove has dominated the world of alternate history science fiction for over four decades. His extensive body of work includes standalone novels, multi-volume epics, and an impressive collection of short fiction, all gathered in this invaluable volume.

The Best of Harry Turtledove kicks off with "Peace is Better," one of three stories featuring Bill Williamson, a giant Sasquatch who governs the fictional state of Jefferson, a place known for its harmony among races, sizes, and even species.

In "Bonehunters," Turtledove explores a world where the dinosaurs never faced extinction, leading to a series of intriguing developments in subsequent stories like "Junior & Me" and the novella "The Quest for the Great Gray Mossy." "The Eighth Grade History Class Visits the Hebrew Home for the Aging" delves into an alternate reality where Anne Frank survived and resettled in the U.S., sharing her story with young students. Lastly, "But It Does Move" presents a fictional encounter between Galileo and a figure from the Holy Inquisition.

These are just a glimpse of the captivating characters, settings, and historical eras that await you in this remarkable collection. The twenty-four stories in The Best of Harry Turtledove serve as a masterclass in alternate history storytelling and narrative craftsmanship. Established fans of Turtledove will embrace this book, while newcomers will be eager to delve deeper into his unique and addictive fiction. Exciting adventures lie ahead for them.