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Casey Agonistes and other science fiction and fantasy stories / Richard McKenna ; introduction by Damon Knight

A collection of five science fiction and fantasy stories ranging from galactic adventures to ecological crises. These narratives explore the nature of time and reality while analysing the human condition in diverse settings.

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