Things That Never Happen
by M. John Harrison
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'Like all good literature, Harrison's stories are worth reading again and again; the more you read, the more you understand.' Iain M. Banks Over the last thirty years, M. John Harrison has been inspiring readers and writers alike across the world. His return to science fiction in 2002 with the magnificent space opera LIGHT was a monumental triumph, shortlisted for every major award in the genre. He combines brilliant storytelling with complex plots and evocative, mesmerising writing. THINGS show more THAT NEVER HAPPEN is M. John Harrison's definitive collection of short fiction, twenty-four dazzling stories of science fiction and fantasy; the perfect introduction to one of Britain's most brilliant writers. show lessTags
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Wow, this was not for me. Fine writing, yes. But that's about it.
A retrospective collection of short stories from Harrison that shows both continuous development and some common themes and perspectives.
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ThingScore 75
Even at his most manipulative, Harrison is always worth reading. But what is especially exciting is to watch him, over a quarter-century of writing, grow comfortable enough with his talent to allow his characters and situations to carry the burden of his ultimately stoic view of life.
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Speculative Fiction: Slipstream Literature
166 works; 16 members
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85+ Works 9,723 Members
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- Original publication date
- 2002
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- Members
- 235
- Popularity
- 137,982
- Reviews
- 2
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- (4.26)
- Languages
- English
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- Paper
- ISBNs
- 5
