This illustrated examination of the origins of robots traces their development from the first medieval clockwork figures to current models capable of performing tasks that range from welding car bodies to serving drinks
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A collection of futuristic visions in which robots become the ally, heir, and enemy of humankind represents the works of noted science fiction writers--including Frederik Pohl, Philip K. Dick, Robert Sheckley, and Asimov himself.
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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR004300359
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Seller: H4o Books, Market Rasen, LINCS, United Kingdom
Softcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: No Dust Jacket. 1st Edition. Short novels and stories from the masters of SF 1st Printing. Size: 12mo - over 6¾ - 7¾" tall. 351 pages. Item Type: Book. Binding is tight, covers and spine fully intact. Previous owner's signature, pencil. Shipped Weight: Under 250 grams. Category: Science Fiction & Fantasy; ; . ISBN: 1854870416. ISBN/EAN: 9781854870414. Please contact H4o Books if you require images or further information. Inventory No: 029997. Seller Inventory # 029997
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Paperback: 7" x 4½". Condition: Very Good: Light signs of wear. Cover Art: Jim Burns (illustrator). 1st UK Edition. © 1989: 9th in the 'Isaac Asimov's World Of Science Fiction' series of books: An anthology of 17 short stories edited by Isaac Asimov, Charles G Waugh & Martin H Greenberg. 1st printing of 1989 edition. With an introduction by Isaac Asimov:- Contents: The Tunnel Under The World by Frederik Pohl / Brother Robot by Harry Slesar / The Lifeboat Mutiny by Robert Sheckley / The Warm Space by David Brin / How-2 by Clifford D Simak / Too Robot To Marry by George H Smith / The Education Of Tigress McCardle / Sally by Isaac Asimov / Breakfast Of Champions by Thomas Easton / Sun Up by A A Jackson & Howard Waldrop / Second Variety by Philip K Dick / The Problem Was Lubrication by David R Bunch / First To Serve by Algis Budrys / Two_Handed Engine by Henry Kuttner & C L Moore / Though Dreamers Die by Lester del Rey / Soldier Boy by Michael Shaara / Farewell To The Master by Harry Bates:- Synopsis: Robots - sophisticated machines created by mankind to be their indispensable servants, or artificial demons of destruction? Here are amazing and dramatic short novels and stories by science fiction's bestselling authors:- (original cost £2.99). Seller Inventory # 12.001.00297
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Seller: Fantastic Literature Limited, Rayleigh, ESSEX, United Kingdom
Paperback. near fine paperback, Richard Clifton-Dey cover 1st printing. This is an anthology about, um, monsters. Big monsters, small monsters; monsters with teeth, psychological monsters; alien monsters, human monsters; monsters of all shapes and sizes. Seller Inventory # FN20.034
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Soft cover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. Contents are tight, bright, and clean, with no inscriptions, no foxing, and no remainder mark. Cover is in great condition, with no creasing to spine. Perfect for any collector of sci-fi/fantasy books. 351pp. (11x18cm). Please contact us for any more information. Seller Inventory # 6934
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Mass Market Paperback. Condition: Near Fine. NEVER READ! Just has a small crease to back bottom corner, light wear to corners. Was properly stored in warehouse. Bubble wrapped and shipped in box. A. Seller Inventory # 006362
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