Aftermath by charles sheffield

A second yarn set in the mediumfuture, wardevastated solar system of cold as ice 1992, with some of the characters in common. Aftermath aftermath audiobook, by charles sheffield. The great sheffield flood photo gallery the aftermath 1 john gunson spent a sleepless night at the home of one of the companys overseers, george swinden, in bradfield. It includes the hugo and nebula awardwinning title story, as well as other widely praised works. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist.

Aftermath is a science fiction novel written by charles sheffield, where alpha centauri goes supernova circa 2022. Charles sheffield tells the story of earth if alpha centauri went supernova. The washington post book world its 2026, and catastrophe has struck from an unexpected source. Browse charles sheffields bestselling audiobooks and newest titles.

Sheffield clothes the most advanced speculations of modern. May contain limited notes, underlining or highlighting that does affect the text. I generally find end of the world books to rely on stupidity to move the story forward. Spine creases, wear to binding and pages from reading. Jan 09, 20 listen to aftermath audiobook by charles sheffield. Charles sheffield books list of books by author charles. The novel traces the effect of this on various people, from patients undergoing cancer treatment to astronauts stranded in space. Campbell memorial award for best science fiction novel, and his novele.

Kim stanley robinson, author of the mars trilogy and antarctica sheffield clothes the most advanced speculations of modern science in alluring forms of beauty. Kim stanley robinson, author of the mars trilogy and antarctica sheffield clothes the most advanced speculations of modern science in alluring forms of beauty and danger. Aftermath series book 1 charles sheffield author gary dikeos narrator 20 shelter aftermath series book 1 dave hutchinson author 2018 the aftermath aftermath series book 1 jen alexander author 2014 starfire aftermath series book 2 charles sheffield author gary dikeos narrator. But here sheffield writes an excitingly paced book, full of surprises, and with trademark hard science speculations in the discussion of the astrophysics of alpha centauris supernova and the surprising distributions and characteristics of the. Charles sheffield 25 june 1935 2 november 2002 was an englishborn mathematician, physicist and science fiction writer who served as a president of the science fiction and fantasy writers of america and of the american astronautical society. Starfire aftermath book 2 kindle edition by charles sheffield author 3. Charles sheffield, a mathematician and physicist, is a past president of both the american astronautical society and the science fiction writers of america, and the chief scientist of the earth satellite corporation. If you create a free account and sign in, you will be able to customize what is displayed. In the nearfuture, a supernova causes utter chaos and devastation around earth. Buy a cheap copy of aftermath book by charles sheffield. About charles sheffield he has published over a hundred technical papers and monographs on such subjects as nuclear physics, gravitational field analysis, and general relativity, and an equally large body of popular science articles for the layman. President saul steinmetz, who faces a crucial decision that will affect the fate of his own people. Sep 29, 2018 charles sheffield 1998b aftermath part 01.

Publishers weeklycontinuing the story begun in aftermath, sheffield ups the ante with a complex tale of personal rivalries, political intrigue, and hard science that should appeal to fans of disaster fiction and sf adventure. Thats the premise around which charles sheffields catastrophe novel aftermath is built. Accessories such as cd, codes, toys, may not be included. Empires end references, easter eggs, legends, and more. Charles sheffield is one of the very best hard science fiction writers in the world. Possible ex library copy, thatll have the markings and stickers associated from the library. Listen to aftermath audiobook by charles sheffield. See all 8 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Amid this changed, ravaged world, three groups of survivors set out on their individual missions. An interview with charles sheffield, part two 1980 by karl t.

Aftermath book by charles sheffield 3 available editions. Aftermath has 3 available editions to buy at half price books marketplace. Violence and the remaking of a self, a 2002 book by. Buy aftermath by sheffield, charles from amazons fiction books store. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial.

In the year 2032, the crew of the ship marklake are exploring a tiny moon of saturn when they stumble upon a slimelike alien lifeform that confers immortality. Charles sheffield, a mathematician and physicist, is a past president of both the american astronautical society and the science fiction writers of america, and the. Future nightmares, future dreams 1994 by uncredited scientists will someday be able to rearrange the building blocks of life. Discover more authors youll love listening to on audible. Join their journeys in this gripping listen from one of the very best hard science fiction. An exploding star causes electromagnetic storms which destroy most of the worlds computers. Aftermath aftermath, book 1 by charles sheffield fantastic fiction.

Later, an unexpected electromagnetic pulse destroys all unshielded computer chips, plunging the planet back to a mid. Written by charles sheffield, audiobook narrated by gary dikeos. After the reader is accustomed to the underlying threat, author charles sheffield takes himher on an adventure using the lives of a derranged serial killer, a group of near death cancer patients, the first human mars expedition, and the president of the united states. Big, bustling postdisaster yarn from the author of tomorrow and tomorrow 1997, etc. Gary dikeos its 2026, and catastrophe has struck from an unexpected source. The stories are mildly amusing, sometimes gross sewage recycling seems to feature quite heavily, and usually have some sfnal core to the plot. Brother to dragons by charles sheffield and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. He had been a president of the science fiction and fantasy writers of america and of the american astronomical society. Oct 16, 20 aftermath, the first in a rather ambitious postdisaster series by charles sheffield, follows multiple interwoven plot lines which follow characters from several walks of life after a supernova has wreaked havoc on earth.

See all books authored by charles sheffield, including aftermath, and the years best science fiction. In aftermath, charles sheffield posits our earth that has been hit by gamma rays bursts from an exploding supernova that renders inoperative every microchip in every computer in the world. Four years later, in 2026, gamma rays hit the earths atmosphere, creating a worldwide electromagnetic pulse that knocks out the power grid and most electronics. Ever wanted to know what might happen to the president in a worldwide disaster situation. I wasnt that impressed with sheffields aftermath, the prequel to this book. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Its 2026, and catastrophe has struck from an unexpected source. Charles sheffield books list of books by author charles sheffield. In a blue aurora flash of gamma rays, all microchips worldwide are. A supernova in the nearby alpha centauri system has apparently wiped out nearly every electronic component on the. The alpha centauri supernova has risen like a second sun, rushing earth toward its last summer. In 2026, our nearest stellar neighbor, alpha centauri, goes supernova. The world rebuilding sort of happens on its own in the background showing the.

The washington post book world its 2026, and catastrophe has struck from. Charles sheffield 25 june 1935 2 november 2002 was an englishborn mathematician. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. Charles sheffield 19352002 was an englishborn mathematician, physicist, and author of both nonfiction and science fiction. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. Charles sheffield 1998b aftermath part 01 audiobook youtube.

In 2026, the double star system alpha centauri earths nextdoor. Charles sheffield audio books, best sellers, author bio. Aftermath aftermath, book 1 by charles sheffield book cover, description, publication history. Aftermath by charles sheffield overdrive rakuten overdrive. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. The remnants of war, a 1996 book by donovan webster. On marriage and separation, a 2012 memoir by rachel cusk. Aftermath is different in that it focuses on individual problems for a variety of characters from the president of the us to some cancer patients that need their next treatment. Georgia on my mind and other places is a brilliant collection of visionary short fiction by charles sheffield, author of the ganymede club and godspeed. Floods, fires, starvation, and disease paralyze the planet.

Sheffield clothes the most advanced speculations of modern science in alluring forms of beauty and danger. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. In a blue aurora flash of gamma rays, all microchips worldwide are destroyed. Considering that his plot begins in 2026 when every stratum of a collective world technology is thoroughly hardwired by ubiquitous microchips, one would. Sheffield centers his tale on the personal rather than the globalthree people with a very specific problem. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction. Charles sheffield aftermath part 01 audiobook youtube. Here sheffield weaves several story lines together to create an enjoyable and interesting tale. Science fiction writers often base a plot on changing one variable in a set that readers simply accept as universal givens. They form the ganymede club, dedicated to protecting their own longterm interests and keeping the. Kim stanley robinson, author of the mars trilogy and antarctica. Sheffield june 25, 1935 november 2, 2002, was an englishborn mathematician, physicist and science fiction author.

Click to read more about aftermath by charles sheffield. Aftermath, the first in a rather ambitious postdisaster series by charles sheffield, follows multiple interwoven plot lines which follow characters from several walks of life after a supernova has wreaked havoc on earth. Floods, fires, starvation and disease paralyze the planet. The alpha centauri supernova has risen like a second sun, rushing earth. An interview with charles sheffield 1979 by karl t. Starfire bantam spectra by charles sheffield librarything.