Philip Jose Farmer

Philip Jose Farmer
Philip José Farmer (1918–2009) was an influential American science fiction and fantasy writer known for his imaginative and often controversial works. He is best known for his "Riverworld" series, where historical figures are resurrected on an alien planet, and the "World of Tiers" series, which explores layered universes ruled by god-like beings. Farmer frequently explored themes of sexuality, religion, and the nature of humanity, often challenging genre conventions. His notable works include "To Your Scattered Bodies Go," which won a Hugo Award, and "The Lovers," a groundbreaking story that introduced mature themes into science fiction.

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Jack Crane lay all morning in the vacant lot. Now and then he moved a little to quiet the protest of cramped muscles and stagnant blood, but most of the time he was as motionless as the heap of rags he resembled. Not once did he hear or see a Bohas agent, or, for that matter, anyone. The predawn darkness had hidden his panting flight from the transie jungle, his dodging across backyards while whistles... more...

Rastignac had no Skin. He was, nevertheless, happier than he had been since the age of five. He was as happy as a man can be who lives deep under the ground. Underground organizations are often under the ground. They are formed into cells. Cell Number One usually contains the leader of the underground. Jean-Jacques Rastignac, chief of the Legal Underground of the Kingdom of L'Bawpfey, was... more...