The Black Star Passes, Islands of Space & Invaders from the Infinite: Thew Arcot, Morey & Wade Trilogy

John W. Campbell

Nov 2022 · DigiCat

About this eBook

The Black Star Passes, Islands of Space & Invaders from the Infinite constitute the Arcot, Morey and Wade trilogy which follows the adventures of the brilliant team of scientist-astronauts Arcot, Wade, and Morey. Their adventures include a sky pirate armed with superior weapons of his own invention, first contact with an alien race and the arrival of an unseen dark sun whose attendant marauders aimed at the very end of civilization.

About the author

John W. Campbell (1910–1971) is a luminary in the science fiction genre, known for his influential role as an editor and writer. His career spans several decades during which he helped shape the Golden Age of Science Fiction. Before becoming an editor, Campbell made his mark as a writer with notable works such as 'The Black Star Passes' (1930), 'Islands of Space' (1931), and 'Invaders from the Infinite' (1932). These early stories, forming the Arcot, Morey, and Wade series, introduced readers to his imaginative worlds and pioneering ideas which would become his legacy. Campbell's literary style was characterized by rigorous scientific explanations and speculative technologies, demonstrating an enduring fascination with the potential of science and human ingenuity. His narratives often grappled with themes of exploration, the limits of knowledge, and the responsibilities that come with power. His enriched mythos earned him a place among the pantheon of science fiction writers. Not only was Campbell a creative author, but as the long-time editor of Astounding Science Fiction magazine (later Analog Science Fiction and Fact), he also shepherded the careers of other SF giants such as Asimov and Heinlein, cementing his reputation as a driving force in the field. His impact on the genre is memorialized in the annual John W. Campbell Memorial Award for Best Science Fiction Novel, ensuring his contributions to literature will continue to be celebrated.