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The Man from Mars: Ray Palmer's Amazing Pulp Journey by Fred Nadis

The Man from Mars: Ray Palmer's Amazing Pulp Journey by Fred Nadis

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Discover the fascinating true story of Ray Palmer, the visionary four-foot-tall editor who single-handedly launched the UFO craze and shaped modern sci-fi culture through his legendary pulp magazines like Amazing Stories and Flying Saucers in the 1940s-50s. This engaging biography reveals how Palmer, despite his physical disabilities, became an unstoppable force in publishing, convincing millions of Americans of hidden worlds and government conspiracies while simultaneously being condemned by sci-fi purists as "the man who killed science fiction." Perfect for fans of pulp history, UFO lore, conspiracy culture, and the colorful characters who invented the genres we love today.

Author: Fred Nadis
ISBN: 9780399160547
Format: Hardcover
Condition: Good - Like New
Genre: Biography
Target Audience: Adult
Pages: 304
Publisher: TarcherPerigee

Multiple copies available. Book received may vary from photos, but will be in equal or better condition.

Condition: The Sequel (2nd Hand)

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