Reviews
Whether it be through humorous “first contact” stories, an AI powers space-ship that falls in love, or even facing a reality where we can all see 24 hours into the future, Simak has a way of crafting his stories with a feeling of classic science fiction laced with humor and coziness that is a joy to read. The biggest compliment I can give this book is that it’s a PERFECT entry for people that want to ease into science fiction but are worried they’ll feel overwhelmed or otherwise intimidated by some of the more traditional "HARD" sci-fi others may put in their hands. It IS classic sci-fi, written in the late 50’s, so it DOES feel a tad dated at times. However, by and large, this collection holds up. But whether you are new to sci-fi as a genre you want to explore or you are an experienced sci-fi reader wanting a change of pace, I highly recommend you check out this collection.