Edward Elmer Smith, Ph.D., also, E. E. Smith, E. E. "Doc" Smith, Doc Smith, "Skylark" Smith, and (to family) Ted (May 2, 1890 – August 31, 1965) Late in 1919, after moving to Michigan, one evening Smith was baby-sitting (presumably for Roderick) while his wife attended a movie; he resumed work on The Skylark of Space, finishing it in the spring of 1920. He submitted it to many book publishers and magazines, spending more in postage than he would eventually receive for its publication. He received an encouraging rejection letter from Bob Davis, editor of Argosy, in 1922, saying that he liked the novel personally, but that it was too far out for his readers. (According to Warner, but no other source, Dr. Smith began work on the sequel, Skylark III, before the first book was accepted.) Finally, upon seeing the April 1927 issue of Amazing Stories, he submitted it to the magazine; it was accepted, initially for $75, later raised to $125. It was published in the August–October 1928 issues. It was such a success that managing editor T. O'Conor Sloane requested a sequel before the second installment had been published.Mrs. Garby was not interested in collaborating further, so Dr. Smith began work on Skylark Three on his own. It was published in the August through October 1930 issues of Amazing. (In 1930 the Smiths were living in Michigan, at 33 Rippon Avenue in Hillsdale.)
Seaton and Crane return in this exciting sequel to "The Skylark of Space"! In Skylark Three, Seaton has developed a "Zone of Force" to protect his ship, the Skylark. But with the Zone up and running, he can no longer control his vessel. Can this new invention help them prevail against the Fenachronians, with their advanced technology...and their determination to conquer the galaxy, starting with the destruction of Earth? And what of DuQuesne and his villainous plans? Classic space opera at its best!
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Soft cover. Etat : Very Good. 1st Edition. Skylark Three by E.E. "Doc" Smith is a high-stakes intergalactic adventure filled with cosmic battles, scientific marvels, and the boundless imagination that defines classic space opera. As the brilliant scientist Richard Seaton and his allies prepare for an impending war that threatens the very fabric of existence, they unveil Skylark Three?a spacecraft more advanced and powerful than anything ever conceived. With enemies lurking in the depths of space, including the ruthless Fenachrone, Seaton and his crew must push the limits of science, strategy, and courage to defend not just Earth, but the freedom of countless worlds. Mass market paperback; no stated publishing history so presumed first edition, first printing thus. This is a used book. Pages are clean and bright with no markings, notes, or highlighting. Covers show shelf wear and are not creased. Light pencil marks on inside front endpaper, otherwise no owner's marks or bookplates, not ex-library. Binding is tight and square. Hinges are secure. Price sticker on front cover. Corners lightly bumped. N° de réf. du vendeur L1966
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Paperback: 7" x 4½". Etat : Good: Moderate signs of wear. Cover Art: Chris Foss (illustrateur). 1974 Edition. © 1948: 2nd in the 'Skylark' series of books. 1st printing of 1974 edition:- Synopsis: The mystery planet called Osnome. The first of the mighty 'Skylark' spacecraft took Dick Seaton and Mart Crane on a fantastic tour of the galaxy and to the strange planet of Osnome. 'Skylark Two' brought them back home to Earth. Now, in this next adventure, they voyage again to Osnome to meet the deadly threat of war. On the way, in the dark deeps of space, Seaton and Crane meet an alien spaceship. From it they discover a danger more lethal and immediate than any planetary battle. In a desperate race to mobilise the scientific talent of a score of planets, Seaton makes himself into a 'superman' of knowledge and drives relentlessly on toward his goal of building the greatest spacecraft of all time - 'Skylark Three':- Review(s): The millions of readers who have thrilled to the epic 'Lensman' series (also available in Panther Science Fiction) will need no reminding that E E Doc Smith is the supreme creator of action-packed space adventure. The 'Skylark' series is essential reading for all who appreciate science fiction in the grand manner: "A marvellous epic of science fiction" - Galaxy:- (original cost £0.40). N° de réf. du vendeur 11.014.00036
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