So without further ado, feast your eyes on the 60 best book covers of the yearand id suggest checking out more of the recommenders work while youre at it, too. Since bobs passing in 2008, jody has continued the series. Robert asprin also caught my attention with other series, notably, mythadventures and phules company. Robert asprin died in may 2008, but nye intended that year to write the books which she and asprin had planned. Black gate scott taylor lists top 10 literary sci fifantasy covers of the 1970s. Cleaned, has covers, seriesbook number verified, calibre ready, and in. I had fond memories of asprin as a fantasy writer and would borrow his books from my uncle two decades ago, always drawn in by the amazingly illustrated covers by robert grace. The myth adventures series of humorous fantasy novels began in 1978 with another fine myth. Things start out at the kingdom of possiltum where king roderick takes a sudden leave of absence in order to dodge his own wedding, leaving skeeve, aka skeve the. Pingback by sf tidbits for 4412 sf signal a speculative fiction blog april 4, 2012 2. He wrote many stand alone novels such as tmabu and the bug wars, cold cash war, the duncan and mallory series, however, he was best known for his incredible and humorous series of phules company and myth adventures of aahz and skeeve. The bug wars isbn 0440108063 is a 1979 science fiction novel by robert asprin asprin credits the song reminder by buck coulson as his inspiration for the novel.
Robert asprin wrote his first novel, the cold cash war, which was an expansion of one of his early short stories with the same title. I think asprin hits his groove better in the third book as his writing and character development improves but this is still an enjoyable book. Exlibrary, with usual stamps and markings, in fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Would definitely recommend to someone who was looking for some lighthearted fantasy. Click to read more about time scout by robert asprin. Threatened by an alien enemy, earths military has decided to send phule and his misfit soldiers to a distant planetwhere they cant get into any trouble. Aahz and skeeve are confronted by the assassins brockhurst and higgins.
From mythtold tales to mythfortunes, the series was coauthored with jody lynn nye. The second mything omnibus by asprin, robert paperback book the fast free. Myth adventures one myth by robert asprin book cover, description, publication history. Frequently asked questons about robert lynn asprin. Phules company is a comic military science fiction novel written by robert asprin and originally published in 1990.
Incongruous cover art for phules paradise by robert asprin. Hit or mythhardcover myth directions hit or myth 2in1mass market paperback. He is also known for his science fiction series phules company. Im sure that they handed a blurb to robert grace and said paint us something. Janet mooris signed at libertycon 24 in chattanooga, tn, july 2011, at short story title. A phule and his money 1999 as by robert asprin and peter j. If textbook has access code, may or may not already be registered. Robert was a frequent collaborator with his thenwife, lynn abbey, jody lynn nye and others. Another few authors that have contributed a lot to the series, jody lynn nye and lynn abbey, kept my interest in other series all through the 80s and. Another fine myth myth, book 1 by robert asprin book cover, description, publication history. No missing or damaged pages, no creases or tears, and no underlining. Order of robert asprin books robert asprin 19462008 was an american author of science fiction and fantasy novels and stories.
Heavy wear to covers and pages contain marginal notes, underlining, and or highlighting. The door to ambermere 20 by 30 acrylic on illustration board. Robert lynn asprin has a wonderful style of writing. Myth adventures 1984 are an adaptation of bob asprins myth novels. Browse author series lists, sequels, pseudonyms, synopses, book covers, ratings and awards. As an active fan of the genres, he was a member of the society for creative anachronism, a cofounder of the great dark horde, and founder of. Viel rummel um nichts german 2001 as by robert asprin and peter j. Robert asprin began his myth adventures series in 1978 with the novel another fine myth. You can see the covers in their currently available editions on our cover gallery page.
Someone has written the number of the book at the top of the spine and on the edge. Robert asprin was introduced to me by way of elf quest. Heck 4 phule me twice 2000 with peter heck only as by robert asprin and peter j. Sadly, robert asprin died in 2008, but the series lives on. Over the next 24 years bob wrote eleven more books in the series. Since then, bob and jody have written six more myth adventures novels and nine short stories collected in an anthology, mythtold tales. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. Admittedly i did not read phules company until i was an adult, but loved it all the same. After the first book, every title turns on the similarity between the word myth and the prefix mis or the. Myth conceptions myth, book by robert asprin book cover, description, publication history.
After twelve novels by asprin, published 1978 to 2002, he and jody lynn nye continued the series with seven more books. Hit or myth by robert asprin is the fourth book of the mythadventures series and becomes a huge turning point by the end of the novel. But every book on this list is spectacular in one way or anotherand industry expert approved. Robert aspring 19462008 was an american science fiction and fantasy author best known for his mythadventure fantasy series, which he began in 1978 with another fine myth. I happened to pick up this particular scifi adventure at a dusty old bookstore because of its crazy cover and the phrase dont judge a book by its cover has never. Dec 21, 2016 but every book on this list is spectacular in one way or anotherand industry expert approved. Dragons deal by robert asprin book 6 editions published between 2010 and 2014 in english and held by 247 worldcat member libraries worldwide. Alien blues 20 by 30 acrylic on illustration board. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,250grams, isbn. Robert lynn asprin author of another fine myth goodreads. Another fine mythmyth conceptions 2in1 myth 2in1mass market paperback robert asprins mythadventures vol. Buy time scout by robert asprin, linda evans online at alibris.
On a whim i took out the first book in the series, another fine myth, and pondered its striking cover. Fantasy book covers book cover art fantasy books book art fantasy art ace books sci fi books cool books read books buy the claw of the conciliator by isbn. Robert lynn asprin june 28, 1946 may 22, 2008 was an american science fiction and fantasy author and active fan, best known for his humorous mythadventures and phules company series. Should auld acquaintance be forgot, script by robert asprin story and phil foglio adaption, pencils by phil foglio, inks by tim sale. You may have noticed that the books are published in several formats and with different covers. This is the official site for mythinformation regarding your favorite humorous fantasy series, myth adventures, featuring skeeve, a want to be magician, and his mentor, aahz, created by robert lynn asprin, and written by asprin and jody lynn nye. As an active fan of the genres, he was a member of the society for creative anachronism, a cofounder of the great dark horde, and founder of the dorsai irregulars. Grace had done some other commissioned covers for ace, but he was by no means a prolific artist. Another fine myth by robert asprin, phil foglio nook book. Robert asprin 28 june 1946 22 may 2008 robert lynn asprin june 28, 1946 may 22, 20081 was an american science fiction and fantasy author and active fan, best known for his humorous mythadventures and phules company series. That means that ace wasnt looking to spend a ton of money on his cover. Browse robert asprins bestselling audiobooks and newest titles. Jan 19, 2016 robert asprin also caught my attention with other series, notably, mythadventures and phules company.
Robert asprins myth adventures volume 1 paperback july 19, 2006. Mar 31, 2017 robert asprin 28 june 1946 22 may 2008 robert lynn asprin june 28, 1946 may 22, 20081 was an american science fiction and fantasy author and active fan, best known for his humorous mythadventures and phules company series. I had to have more elfquest, wolf riding and so on. Before he started the cover illustrations, kelly freas did the covers of the first editions of the earliest books of the series. Heck 5 no phule like an old phule 2004 with peter heck only as by robert asprin and peter j. Phules company robert asprin theyre a handful of military rejects, led by the biggest fool of them allcaptain willard phule. Another fine myth by robert asprin, phil foglio nook. Robert asprin audio books, best sellers, author bio. The myth adventures are noted for and popular for their whimsical nature, myriad characters, and liberal use of puns. Robert lynn asprin june 28, 1946 may 22, 20081 was an american science fiction and fantasy author. Hes just so awesome unless this list is titled other than frazetta 2. I read a piers anthony book as a youngster, and in said book, the two worlds crossed elfquest and xanth. Guido and nunzio may not be the brightest bodyguards in the worldbut they certainly are faithful.
Epub format this torrent was created by a program, from data files stored and used elsewhere. Robert lynn asprin was an american author who was famous for his science fiction and fantasy novels. Beginning with mythquoted and following asprins death, nye became the solo author of the series. While hes written some standalone novels such as cold cash war, tambu, and the bug wars, bob is best known for his series fantasy, such as the the groundbreaking thieves world anthologies he created with lynn abbey and the myth adventures series, often coauthored with jody lynn nye. Ace robert asprin 9 book set in the myth series 19.
Asprin, robert lynn 1946asprin, robert lynn 19462008. The 60 best book covers of 2016, as chosen by designers. I consider this to be a great series for both adults and adolescents. The myth adventures are noted for and popular for their whimsical nature. Th ecovert war against rock sanctuary by asprin, robert lynn and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
I already have volume 2 and i miss having the beginning of the story. Signed robert asprin s signature only on title page. Johns, michigan, and attended the university of michigan at ann arbor, michigan from 1964 through 1965. Robert asprins classic fantasy available for the first time in ebook. Upvote covers that you feel approach that special level of badness. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Myth adventures one myth by robert asprin fantastic fiction. Cover has no visible wear, and the dust jacket if applicable is included for hard covers. See all books authored by robert lynn asprin, including another fine myth, and myth conceptions, and more on. Right from the beginning he manages to pull you in, as opposed to most other books where the first few pages are usually rather dull. Its a science fiction novel set in a dystopian future where a corporation known as zaibatsu competes from the economic to the military. He wrote every book in the series until mythtold tales by himself. I read his books as a kid and return to them often for a nice, easy read.
In the case of robert asprin, he was writing pulp for mass market distribution. Robert asprin author visit amazons robert asprin page. Robert lynn asprin books list of books by author robert. Robert asprin robert lynn asprin was an american science fiction and fantasy author, best known for his mythadventures and phules company series. Myth adventures volume 1 by robert asprin i already have volume 2 and i miss having the beginning of the story. Asprins probably best known for the myth books, and the publishers definitely traded on cover appeal here.
After his death in may 2008, she intended to complete their plans. Robert asprin 19462008 was an american author of science fiction and fantasy novels and stories. Biographies the original proposal 1977 myth adventures chronology robert asprin memorial page cover art. The lyrics of the song are printed at the beginning of some editions of the book. While he wrote some stand alone novels such as cold cash war, tambu and the bug wars and also the duncan and mallory illustrated stories, bob is best known for his series fantasy, such as the myth adventures of aahz and skeeve, the phules company novels and the time scout novels written with linda evans.
May or may not contain writing, highlights, page reminders or creases to covers. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Robert lynn asprin was an american science fiction and fantasy author, best known for his mythadventures and phules company series. Hit or myth by robert asprin a copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. I went to theives world from there, and was introduced to authors like poul anderson and marion bradley. Jul 19, 2006 robert lynn asprin has a wonderful style of writing. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Robert lynn asprin is an author and editor of sciencefiction, fantasy and graphic novels. Text is legible but may be soiled and have binding defects. Mythadventures or myth adventures is a fantasy series created by robert lynn asprin. The original proposal 1977 myth adventures chronology. He is the author of the myth adventures and phules company series, and also created the thieves world series.
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