The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet: the most hopeful, charming and cosy novel

Description: The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet by Becky Chambers The beloved debut novel that will restore your faith in science fiction (specifically) and humanity (in general). (Tor.com) FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description ***SHORTLISTED FOR THE ARTHUR C. CLARKE AWARD****** SHORTLISTED FOR THE KITSCHIES GOLDEN TENTACLE****** LONGLISTED FOR THE BAILEYS WOMENS PRIZE FOR FICTION 2016*** The astonishing self-published debut novel that Guardian calls a quietly profound, humane tour de force.When Rosemary Harper joins the crew of the Wayfarer, she isnt expecting much. The Wayfarer, a patched-up ship thats seen better days, offers her everything she could possibly want: a small, quiet spot to call home for a while, adventure in far-off corners of the galaxy, and distance from her troubled past.But Rosemary gets more than she bargained for with the Wayfarer. The crew is a mishmash of species and personalities, from Sissix, the friendly reptillian pilot, to Kizzy and Jenks, the constantly sparring engineers who keep the ship running. Life on board is chaotic, but more or less peaceful - exactly what Rosemary wants.Until the crew are offered the job of a lifetime: the chance to build a hyperspace tunnel to a distant planet. Theyll earn enough money to live comfortably for years... if they survive the long trip through war-torn interstellar space without endangering any of the fragile alliances that keep the galaxy peaceful. But Rosemary isnt the only person on board with secrets to hide, and the crew will soon discover that space may be vast, but spaceships are very small indeed. Notes Rosemary Harper joins the crew of the Wayfarer when the crew are offered the job of a lifetime: the chance to build a hyperspace tunnel to a distant planet. With the crew on board with secrets to hide they soon discover space may be vast, but spaceships are very small indeed. Back Cover Becky Chambers debut is a delight... A genuine joy Tor.com When Rosemary Harper joins the crew of the Wayfarer , she isnt expecting much. The Wayfarer , a patched-up ship thats seen better days, offers her everything she could possibly want: a small, quiet spot to call home for a while, adventure in far-off corners of the galaxy, and distance from her troubled past. But Rosemary gets more than she bargained for with the Wayfarer . The crew is a mishmash of species and personalities, from Sissix, the friendly reptillian pilot, to Kizzy and Jenks, the constantly sparring engineers who keep the ship running. Life on board is chaotic, but more or less peaceful - exactly what Rosemary wants. Until the crew are offered the job of a lifetime. Theyll earn enough money to live comfortably for years... if they survive the long trip through war-torn interstellar space without endangering any of the fragile alliances that keep the galaxy peaceful. But Rosemary isnt the only person on board with secrets to hide, and the crew will soon discover that space may be vast, but spaceships are very small indeed. a novel which is thoughtful and imaginative but above all else will lift your spirits Daily Express Flap Becky Chambers debut is a delight... A genuine joy Tor.com When Rosemary Harper joins the crew of the Wayfarer , she isnt expecting much. The Wayfarer , a patched-up ship thats seen better days, offers her everything she could possibly want: a small, quiet spot to call home for a while, adventure in far-off corners of the galaxy, and distance from her troubled past. But Rosemary gets more than she bargained for with the Wayfarer . The crew is a mishmash of species and personalities, from Sissix, the friendly reptillian pilot, to Kizzy and Jenks, the constantly sparring engineers who keep the ship running. Life on board is chaotic, but more or less peaceful - exactly what Rosemary wants. Until the crew are offered the job of a lifetime. Theyll earn enough money to live comfortably for years... if they survive the long trip through war-torn interstellar space without endangering any of the fragile alliances that keep the galaxy peaceful. But Rosemary isnt the only person on board with secrets to hide, and the crew will soon discover that space may be vast, but spaceships are very small indeed. a novel which is thoughtful and imaginative but above all else will lift your spirits Daily Express Author Biography Becky Chambers was raised in California as the progeny of an astrobiology educator, an aerospace engineer, and an Apollo-era rocket scientist. An inevitable space enthusiast, she made the obvious choice of studying performing arts. After a few years in theatre administration, she shifted her focus toward writing. Her creative work has appeared at The Mary Sue, Tor.com, Five Out Of Ten, The Toast, and Pornokitsch. Review Aquietly profound, humane tour de force that tackles politics and gender issues with refreshing optimism. - GuardianA joyous, optimistic space opera... Although it isnt shy about tackling Big Questions, PLANET is a heart-warming debut novel that will restore your faith in science fiction (specifically) and humanity (in general). - Tor.comone of the most enjoyable, brilliantly realised spacey SF novels Ive read in ages.One of the most delightful novels science-fiction that Ive read in recent years. - Citior SFThe Long Way is, very simply, an extremely good book, a seemingly effortless demonstration of how progressive and enjoyable science fiction can be. - Pornokitsch.comA huge amount of space-opera-y fun, with some interestingly nuanced perspectives on gender woven into the whole. Prizes Short-listed for The Kitschies Golden Tentacle 2014 (UK) Long Description ***SHORTLISTED FOR THE ARTHUR C. CLARKE AWARD*** *** SHORTLISTED FOR THE KITSCHIES GOLDEN TENTACLE*** *** LONGLISTED FOR THE BAILEYS WOMENS PRIZE FOR FICTION 2016*** The astonishing self-published debut novel that Guardian calls a quietly profound, humane tour de force.When Rosemary Harper joins the crew of the Wayfarer , she isnt expecting much. The Wayfarer , a patched-up ship thats seen better days, offers her everything she could possibly want: a small, quiet spot to call home for a while, adventure in far-off corners of the galaxy, and distance from her troubled past.But Rosemary gets more than she bargained for with the Wayfarer . The crew is a mishmash of species and personalities, from Sissix, the friendly reptillian pilot, to Kizzy and Jenks, the constantly sparring engineers who keep the ship running. Life on board is chaotic, but more or less peaceful - exactly what Rosemary wants.Until the crew are offered the job of a lifetime: the chance to build a hyperspace tunnel to a distant planet. Theyll earn enough money to live comfortably for years... if they survive the long trip through war-torn interstellar space without endangering any of the fragile alliances that keep the galaxy peaceful. But Rosemary isnt the only person on board with secrets to hide, and the crew will soon discover that space may be vast, but spaceships are very small indeed. Review Quote Aquietly profound, humane tour de force that tackles politics and gender issues with refreshing optimism. - GuardianA joyous, optimistic space opera... Although it isnt shy about tackling Big Questions, PLANET is a heart-warming debut novel that will restore your faith in science fiction (specifically) and humanity (in general). - Tor.comone of the most enjoyable, brilliantly realised spacey SF novels Ive read in ages.One of the most delightful novels science-fiction that Ive read in recent years. - Citior SF The Long Way is, very simply, an extremely good book, a seemingly effortless demonstration of how progressive and enjoyable science fiction can be. - Pornokitsch.comA huge amount of space-opera-y fun, with some interestingly nuanced perspectives on gender woven into the whole. Promotional "Headline" The beloved debut novel that will restore your faith in science fiction (specifically) and humanity (in general). ( Tor.com) Description for Sales People This debut novel made headlines when it was shortlisted for a Kitschies Golden Tentacle award for best debut. Details ISBN1473619815 Author Becky Chambers Year 2015 ISBN-10 1473619815 ISBN-13 9781473619814 Media Book Publication Date 2015-12-31 Pages 432 Imprint Hodder Paperback Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 813.6 Format Paperback Series Wayfarers Publisher Hodder & Stoughton Language English UK Release Date 2015-12-31 Audience General AU Release Date 2016-03-07 NZ Release Date 2016-03-07 Subtitle the most hopeful, charming and cosy novel to curl up with We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:147949822;

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