Blood Lands: Restored Classics to Go Edition
Aug 2026 · Otbebookpublishing
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On the remote planet Kana, starship officer Kenyon is drawn toward Elyra, a beautiful native woman whose quiet confidence and mysterious warnings unsettle him from the start. His mission is to help repatriate Kana's people to the industrial worlds, yet the planet's red seas, featherlike forests, vanished barges, and air of ancient secrecy make the assignment feel increasingly wrong. As Kenyon learns more, the expedition leaders' frustration and uncertainty only deepen the tension, while Elyra promises to reveal why her people refuse to leave. Venturing into the dark forest, he is led into a ritual world of drums, chanting, and reverence for a hidden "father" who rules their fate. There, a shocking truth emerges: Kana's inhabitants are not cannibals but vampires, descendants of humans transformed by isolation and legend. Captured and awakened among the tribe, Kenyon finds himself caught in a strange, terrifying culture where ancient power is about to rise again. This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design.
On the remote planet Kana, starship officer Kenyon is drawn toward Elyra, a beautiful native woman whose quiet confidence and mysterious warnings unsettle him from the start. His mission is to help repatriate Kana's people to the industrial worlds, yet the planet's red seas, featherlike forests, ...
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Alfred Coppel, born Alfredo Jose de Arana-Marini Coppel on November 9, 1921, in Oakland, California, was a prolific American author whose work spanned multiple genres, including science fiction, thrillers, and historical novels. Coppel's career began in the golden age of pulp magazines, where his vivid imagination and gripping narratives quickly garnered attention. His early works, often published under various pseudonyms, were marked by their innovative ideas and complex characters, reflecting the anxieties and aspirations of the post-World War II era.Coppel's military service as a fighter pilot during World War II profoundly influenced his writing, infusing his stories with a sense of realism and urgency. This experience is particularly evident in his aviation-themed novels, which are celebrated for their technical accuracy and emotional depth. His ability to blend technical detail with human drama set a new standard in the genre, influencing contemporary writers like Tom Clancy and Dale Brown.One of Coppel's most notable contributions was his exploration of the ethical and moral dilemmas posed by technological advancements and space exploration. His works often questioned the implications of human expansion into the cosmos, a theme that resonated deeply during the Space Race and continues to be relevant today.Despite his success, Coppel was not without controversy. His candid portrayal of political and military institutions sometimes drew criticism, but it also sparked important conversations about power and responsibility. Alfred Coppel's legacy endures through his thought-provoking narratives and his impact on subsequent generations of writers, making him a significant figure in 20th-century American literature.
Alfred Coppel, born Alfredo Jose de Arana-Marini Coppel on November 9, 1921, in Oakland, California, was a prolific American author whose work spanned multiple genres, including science fiction, thrillers, and historical novels. Coppel's career began in the golden age of pulp magazines, where his...
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