About the book: 2007 / Vernor Vinge is one of the most interesting science fiction writers, a man who is called “the most serious author of action-packed prose.” He wrote not so much - the novels “The World of Grimm”, “Spearhead”, “Flame over the Abyss”, “Depth in the Sky” and the “Through Time” series, but each of his works was a huge success. A separate place in the work of Vernor Vinge are occupied by small works belonging to a variety of genres of fiction, but invariably bearing the imprint of his talent. Before you is a magnificent gift for ALL fans of Vinge’s work who have been waiting for the release of his new novel - ALL of his short prose, collected for the first time in one book.