Audiobooks by Jack Vance

"The Men Return by Jack Vance is a haunting science fiction novella about survival in a shattered reality where logic, nature, and humanity itself have been distorted. As one of the last Relicts, Finn must navigate a world of strange Organisms, collapsing order, and the fragile hope of rebuilding civilization."

Jack Vance (Author), Saethon Williams (Narrator)

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Jack Vance (Author), Digital Voice Martin G (Narrator)

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Lost Sci-Fi Books 471 thru 475: Five Classic Adventures of Machines, Monsters, and Men from the Golden Age of Science Fiction

"Lost Sci-Fi Books 471 thru 475 - Five Lost Sci-Fi Short Stories from the 1930s, 40s, 50s and 60s - The Velvet Glove by Harry Harrison - The Day The Monsters Broke LooseRobert Silverberg - The Life–Work Of Professor Muntz Murray Leinster - The Men Return by Jack Vance - The Hills of Home by Alfred Coppel"

Alfred Coppel, Harry Harrison, Jack Vance, Murray Leinster, Robert Silverberg (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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The Men Return: A Journey Through Ruins Older Than Memory

"The Men Return by Jack Vance - Alpha caught a handful of air, a globe of blue liquid, a rock, kneaded them together.... The Relict came furtively down the crag, a shambling gaunt creature with tortured eyes. He moved in a series of quick dashes, using panels of dark air for concealment, running behind each passing shadow, at times crawling on all fours, head low to the ground. Arriving at the final low outcrop of rock, he halted and peered across the plain. Far away rose low hills, blurring into the sky, which was mottled and sallow like poor milk-glass. The intervening plain spread like rotten velvet, black-green and wrinkled, streaked with ocher and rust. A fountain of liquid rock jetted high in the air, branched out into black coral. In the middle distance a family of gray objects evolved with a sense of purposeful destiny: spheres melted into pyramids, became domes, tufts of white spires, sky-piercing poles; then, as a final tour de force, tesseracts. The Relict cared nothing for this; he needed food and out on the plain were plants. They would suffice in lieu of anything better. They grew in the ground, or sometimes on a floating lump of water, or surrounding a core of hard black gas. There were dank black flaps of leaf, clumps of haggard thorn, pale green bulbs, stalks with leaves and contorted flowers. There were no recognizable species, and the Relict had no means of knowing if the leaves and tendrils he had eaten yesterday would poison him today. He tested the surface of the plain with his foot. The glassy surface (though it likewise seemed a construction of red and gray-green pyramids) accepted his weight, then suddenly sucked at his leg. In a frenzy he tore himself free, jumped back, squatted on the temporarily solid rock."

Jack Vance (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 9: More Than 27 Hours of Classic Science Fiction: Legendary Authors. Timeless Stories. Endless Imagination.

"50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 9: More Than 27 Hours of Classic Science Fiction Relive the wonder and excitement of classic science fiction with 50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 9. Featuring more than 27 hours of unforgettable storytelling, this remarkable collection brings together fifty timeless tales from the authors whose imagination helped define the genre. Journey to distant worlds, uncover ancient mysteries, encounter extraordinary beings and explore futures filled with astonishing discoveries. These classic stories remain as engaging and thought-provoking today as when they first captivated readers, combining unforgettable adventures with ideas that continue to inspire generations. This outstanding anthology features works by legendary authors including H. P. Lovecraft, Jack London, Damon Knight, Nelson S. Bond, Mary Shelley, C. S. Lewis, Ray Bradbury, E. E. “Doc” Smith, Edgar Allan Poe, Walter Tevis, Arthur C. Clarke, Hal Clement, A. Bertram Chandler, Stephen Bartholomew, Robert Silverberg, Randall Garrett, Jack Vance, Murray Leinster, Jack Williamson, Sam Carson, Fritz Leiber, Gordon R. Dickson, James R. Adams, Algis Budrys, Clare Winger Harris, Edwin Baird, H. Bedford-Jones, Frank Belknap Long, William Morrison, Paul Ernst, W. L. Alden, Harold Lawlor, Arthur Jean Cox, Basil Wells, Ron Goulart, Russ Winterbotham, Stanton A. Coblentz, J. T. McIntosh, Bryce Walton, William F. Nolan, Lucius Daniel, Robert Wicks, Michael Shaara and Alfred Coppel. Whether you’re rediscovering beloved classics or experiencing these pioneering authors for the first time, this collection delivers an extraordinary variety of vintage science fiction filled with imagination, suspense and timeless storytelling. Travel beyond the impossible and experience 50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 9 again and again."

A. Bertram Chandler, Alfred Coppel, Algis Budrys, Arthur C. Clarke, Arthur Jean Cox, Basil Wells, Bryce Walton, C.S. Lewis, Clare Winger Harris, Damon Knight, E.E. 'Doc' Smith, Edgar Allan Poe, Edwin Baird, Frank Belknap Long, Fritz Leiber, Gordon R. Dickson, H. Bedford–Jones, H.P. Lovecraft, Hal Clement, Harold Lawlor, J. T. McIntosh, Jack London, Jack Vance, Jack Williamson, James R. Adams, Lucius Daniel, Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley, Michael Shaara, Murray Leinster, Nelson S. Bond, Paul Ernst, Randall Garrett, Ray Bradbury, Robert Silverberg, Robert Wicks, Ron Goulart, Russ Winterbotham, Sam Carson, Stanton A. Coblentz, Stephen Bartholomew, W. L. Alden, Walter Tevis, William F. Nolan, William Morrison (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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1950s Science Fiction 11 - 27 Science Fiction Short Stories From the 1950s: Time Travel, Alien Worlds, and the Golden Age of Imagination

"1950s Science Fiction 11 - 27 Science Fiction Short Stories From the 1950s - Eight Million Dollars From Mars! by Winston Marks - Lake of Fire by Frank Belknap Long - Forever by Robert Sheckley - Man-Hunting Robot by James Rosenquest - Return of a Legend by Raymond Z. Gallun - Exile of the Eons by Arthur C. Clarke - A World To Die For by Sam Carson - Try and Change the Past by Fritz Leiber - The Stranger by Gordon R. Dickson - Con-Fen by James R. Adams - Infiltration by Algis Budrys - The Shoddy Lands by C. S. Lewis - Dead Man’s Planet by William Morrison - The Nobles Are Coming by Arthur Jean Cox - The Big Bounce by Walter Tevis - You Were Right, Joe by J. T. McIntosh - The Nothing Equation by Tom Godwin - Ground by Hal Clement - Fall of Knight by A. Bertram Chandler - And Miles to Go Before I Sleep by William F. Nolan - Martians Never Die by Lucious Daniel - The Quantum Jump by Robert Wicks - Bleekman’s Planet by Randall Garrett and Robert Silverberg - Man of Distinction by Michael Shaara - Postmark Ganymede by Robert Silverberg - The Hills of Home by Alfred Coppel - The Men Return by Jack Vance"

A. Bertram Chandler, Alfred Coppel, Algis Budrys, Arthur C. Clarke, Arthur Jean Cox, C.S. Lewis, Frank Belknap Long, Fritz Leiber, Gordon R. Dickson, Hal Clement, J. T. McIntosh, Jack Vance, James R. Adams, James Rosenquest, Lucious Daniel, Michael Shaara, Randall Garrett, Raymond Z. Gallun, Robert Sheckley, Robert Silverberg, Robert Wicks, Sam Carson, Tom Godwin, Walter Tevis, William F. Nolan, William Morrison, Winston Marks (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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Vintage Sci-Fi 21 - 24 Science Fiction Classics from Arthur C. Clarke, Robert Silverberg, Michael Shaara, Nelson S. Bond, Jack Williamson and more: Aliens, Adventure, and the Unknown in 23 Science Fiction Masterpieces

"Vintage Sci-Fi 21 - 24 Science Fiction Classics from Arthur C. Clarke, Robert Silverberg, Michael Shaara, Nelson S. Bond, Jack Williamson and more - Flight Through Tomorrow by Stanton A. Coblentz - The Big Bounce by Walter Tevis - The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe - You Were Right, Joe by J. T. McIntosh - The Star Beast by Damon Knight - The Madness of Lancelot Biggs by Nelson S. Bond - Summertime on Icarus by Arthur C. Clarke - Strange Alliance by Bryce Walton - The Nothing Equation by Tom Godwin - Ground by Hal Clement - Fall of Knight by A. Bertram Chandler - And Miles to Go Before I Sleep by William F. Nolan - Martians Never Die by Lucius Daniel - The Quantum Jump by Robert Wicks - The Hermit of Mars by Stephen Bartholomew - Dead Man’s Planet by Russ Winterbotham - Bleekman’s Planet by Randall Garrett and Robert Silverberg - Man of Distinction by Michael Shaara - Postmark Ganymede by Robert Silverberg - The Hills of Home by Alfred Coppel - The Men Return by Jack Vance - The Life–Work of Professor Muntz by Murray Leinster - The Metal Man by Jack Williamson - Lancelot Biggs: Master Navigator by Nelson S. Bond"

A. Bertram Chandler, Alfred Coppel, Arthur C. Clarke, Bryce Walton, Damon Knight, Edgar Allan Poe, Hal Clement, J. T. McIntosh, Jack Vance, Jack Williamson, Lucius Daniel, Michael Shaara, Murray Leinster, Nelson S. Bond, Randall Garrett, Robert Silverberg, Robert Wicks, Russ Winterbotham, Stanton A. Coblentz, Stephen Bartholomew, Tom Godwin, Walter Tevis, William F. Nolan (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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Nebula Award Winning Authors - 22 Science Fiction Classics by Arthur C. Clarke, Robert Silverberg, Clifford D. Simak, Nelson S. Bond, Jack Vance and more: Classic Adventures By Award-Winning Science Fiction Authors

"Nebula Award Winning Authors brings together 22 classic science-fiction short stories from some of the most celebrated voices of the genre—including Arthur C. Clarke, Robert Silverberg, Clifford D. Simak, Nelson S. Bond, Jack Vance, Theodore Sturgeon, Fritz Leiber, and more. These stories represent science fiction at its most imaginative and enduring: tales of alien worlds, future societies, moral dilemmas, first contact, and cosmic wonder—written during the golden decades when big ideas mattered more than spectacle. Here you’ll find quiet, haunting explorations of humanity’s place in the universe alongside thrilling adventures across space, time, and strange new environments. Includes these classic stories: A Walk in the Dark – Arthur C. Clarke X Marks the Pedwalk – Fritz Leiber F. O. B. Venus – Nelson S. Bond The Other Tiger – Arthur C. Clarke Before Eden – Arthur C. Clarke No Shield from the Dead – Gordon R. Dickson The Sky Was Full of Ships – Theodore Sturgeon Yesterday Was Monday – Theodore Sturgeon Solitary – Robert Silverberg Transience – Arthur C. Clarke Collision Orbit – Katherine MacLean Mr. Meek—Musketeer – Clifford D. Simak Mr. Meek Plays Polo – Clifford D. Simak Summertime on Icarus – Arthur C. Clarke The Madness of Lancelot Biggs – Nelson S. Bond Bleekman’s Planet – Randall Garrett & Robert Silverberg Postmark Ganymede – Robert Silverberg The Men Return – Jack Vance Lancelot Biggs: Master Navigator – Nelson S. Bond Hide and Seek – Arthur C. Clarke Later Than You Think – Fritz Leiber The Day the Monsters Broke Loose – Robert Silverberg"

Arthur C. Clarke, Clifford D. Simak, Fritz Leiber, Gordon R. Dickson, Isaac Asimov, Jack Vance, Katherine MacLean, Nelson S. Bond, Randall Garrett, Robert Silverberg, Theodore Sturgeon (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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Science Fiction Grand Masters 3

"Science Fiction Grand Masters 3 - The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America have voted since 1975 to name the best science fiction writers and recognize them as, the best of the best, Grand Masters. This vintage sci-fi anthology contains 22 short stories by the greatest writers in the history of science fiction. All of these short stories are written by Science Fiction Grand Masters. - The Repairman by Harry Harrison - Asteroid of the Damned by Frederik Pohl - Six Frightened Men by Robert Silverberg - Asleep In Armageddon by Rad Bradbury - A Practical Man's Guide by Jack Vance - Time Pussy by Isaac Asimov - Nice Girl With 5 Husbands by Fritz Leiber - The Thing Behind Hell's Door by Robert Silverberg - The Visitor by Ray Bradbury - The Magnificent Possession by Isaac Asimov - The Shipshape Miracle by Clifford D. Simak - Everest by Isaac Asimov - Happy Ending by Fredric Brown & Mack Reynolds - The Star by Arthur C. Clarke - Castaway by Arthur C. Clarke - Encounter in the Dawn by Arthur C. Clarke - Jokester by Isaac Asimov - All Cats Are Gray by Andre Norton - The Gifts of Asti by Andre Norton - Final Victim by Ray Bradbury and Henry Hasse - Ring Around The Sun by Isaac Asimov - The Veldt by Ray Bradbury"

Andre Norton, Arthur C. Clarke, Clifford D. Simak, Frederik Pohl, Fredric Brown, Fritz Leiber, Harry Harrison, Isaac Asimov, Jack Vance, Mack Reynolds, Ray Bradbury, Robert Silverberg (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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1950s Science Fiction 6 - 28 Science Fiction Short Stories From the 1950s: Cold War Cosmos: 28 Tales of Fear, Fantasy, and the Far Beyond

"28 Science Fiction Short Stories From the 1950sStep into one of the most imaginative decades in science fiction history with 1950s Science Fiction 6, a collection of 28 classic stories from some of the greatest writers ever to explore the future. This remarkable anthology brings together legendary authors including Philip K. Dick, Arthur C. Clarke, Isaac Asimov, Robert A. Heinlein, Clifford D. Simak, Fritz Leiber, Fredric Brown, Harry Harrison, Robert Sheckley, Robert Silverberg, Jack Vance, and Gordon R. Dickson. These are the writers who helped define modern science fiction, and the stories gathered here showcase the creativity, humor, suspense, and wonder that made the 1950s a golden age of speculative fiction. Travel across time with The Man From Time. Venture into alien worlds in Survey Team, The Foxholes of Mars, and Home is the Spaceman. Encounter strange visitors in Welcome Martians and The Other Tiger. Experience unforgettable twists in classics like Watchbird, Blood, Unfortunately, and X Marks the Pedwalk. Follow a master criminal’s first adventure in Harry Harrison’s beloved The Stainless Steel Rat. Explore humanity’s place in the universe through thought-provoking tales by Clarke, Asimov, Heinlein, and Simak. From distant planets and time travel to artificial intelligence, alien contact, and unexpected futures, these stories capture the excitement of an era when the possibilities of tomorrow seemed limitless. Some are humorous, some are haunting, and some are startlingly prophetic—but every story delivers the sense of wonder that made readers fall in love with science fiction. Whether you’re discovering these authors for the first time or revisiting old favorites, 1950s Science Fiction 6 is a treasure trove of classic storytelling packed with adventure, imagination, and unforgettable ideas. Twenty-eight stories. Thousands of light-years. Endless possibilities."

Allen K. Lang, Arthur C. Clarke, Clifford D. Simak, Edward Halibut, Evan Hunter, Frank Belknap Long, Fredric Brown, Fritz Leiber, George O. Smith, Gordon R. Dickson, Harry Harrison, I. M. Bukstein, Isaac Asimov, Jack Vance, Philip K. Dick, Robert A. Heinlein, Robert Sheckley, Robert Silverberg, Ross Rocklynne (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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Impossible Inventions: The Ideas That Changed Tomorrow

"Impossible Inventions celebrates the bold imagination that made classic science fiction unforgettable. This collection of thirteen remarkable stories explores brilliant discoveries, revolutionary machines, and extraordinary ideas that blur the line between genius and disaster. Every invention promises to change tomorrow—but not always in the way its creator intended. Featuring stories by legendary authors including Isaac Asimov, Philip K. Dick, Frederik Pohl, Murray Leinster, Jack Vance, Fredric Brown, Robert Sheckley, and Lester del Rey, these timeless adventures showcase the creativity that defined the golden age of science fiction. Inside you’ll discover unforgettable tales including Watchbird, The Star Mouse, Meddler, Rat Race, Invasion, Let the Ants Try, Day of the Hunters, Escape, and more. From ingenious devices and unexpected discoveries to inventions that challenge humanity’s understanding of the universe, every story presents a fresh idea with surprising consequences. Long before smartphones, artificial intelligence, and space exploration became everyday conversations, these visionary writers imagined astonishing technologies and asked the questions that still matter today. Their stories remain entertaining, thought-provoking, and remarkably inventive decades after they were first published. If you love science fiction built around brilliant ideas, imaginative technology, and unforgettable “what if?” moments, Impossible Inventions: The Ideas That Changed Tomorrow is a collection you’ll return to again and again."

Darius John Granger, Frederik Pohl, Fredric Brown, George O. Smith, Isaac Asimov, Jack Vance, Lester Del Rey, Murray Leinster, Paul Ernst, Philip K. Dick, Richard Magruder, Richard O. Lewis, Robert Sheckley (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories 3: More Than 31 Hours of Classic Science Fiction: Legendary Authors. Timeless Stories. Endless Imagination.

"50 Vintage Sci-Fi Short Stories from the 1940s, 1950s and 1960s. More than 31 hours of vintage science fiction. These science fiction short stories were written by some of the most acclaimed, successful and influential authors of the time including, Fritz Leiber, Robert Silverberg, Isaac Asimov, Arthur C. Clarke, H. G. Wells, Clifford D. Simak, Philip K. Dick, James Blish, Harry Harrison, Ray Bradbury, Lester del Rey, Frederik Pohl, Jack Vance, Fredric Brown, Murray Leinster, Robert Sheckley, Poul Anderson, Algis Budrys, Paul Ernst, Frank Belknap Long, Evan Hunter, Ross Rocklynne, I. M. Bukstein, John Bernard Daley, Henry Slesar, Charles L. Fontenay, Sol Boren, George O. Smith and Edward W. Ludwig."

Algis Budrys, Arthur C. Clarke, Charles L. Fontenay, Clifford D. Simak, Edward W. Ludwig, Evan Hunter, Frank Belknap Long, Frederik Pohl, Fredric Brown, Fritz Leiber, George O. Smith, H.G. Wells, Harry Harrison, Henry Slesar, I. M. Bukstein, Isaac Asimov, Jack Vance, James Blish, John Bernard Daley, Lester Del Rey, Murray Leinster, Paul Ernst, Philip K. Dick, Poul Anderson, Ray Bradbury, Robert Sheckley, Robert Silverberg, Ross Rocklynne, Sol Boren (Author), Scott Miller (Narrator)

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