Wasp by Eric Frank Russell (English) Paperback Book

Description: Wasp by Eric Frank Russell The classic novel of urban terrorism. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The war had been going on for nearly a year and the Sirian Empire had a huge advantage in personnel and equipment. Earth needed an edge. Which was where James Mowry came in.If a small insect buzzing around in a car could so distract the driver as to cause that vehicle to crash, think what havoc one properly trained operative could wreak on an unsuspecting enemy. Intensively trained, his appearance surgically altered, James Mowry is landed on Jaimec, the 94th planet of the Sirian Empire. His mission is simple: sap morale, cause mayhem, tie up resources, wage a one-man war on a planet of eighty million.In short, be a wasp.First published in 1957, WASP is generally regarded as Eric Frank Russells finest novel, a witty and exciting account of a covert war in the heart of enemy territory. Notes A thrilling account of a covert war carried out in the heart of enemy territory. Author Biography Eric Frank Russell (1905-1978) was the first British writer to contribute regularly to Astounding Science Fiction, his first story, The Saga of Pelican West, appearing in that magazine in 1937. His novels include Sinister Barrier, Wasp and The Great Explosion and his short fiction has appeared in a number of collections. Promotional The classic novel of urban terrorism. Long Description The war had been going on for nearly a year and the Sirian Empire had a huge advantage in personnel and equipment. Earth needed an edge. Which was where James Mowry came in.If a small insect buzzing around in a car could so distract the driver as to cause that vehicle to crash, think what havoc one properly trained operative could wreak on an unsuspecting enemy. Intensively trained, his appearance surgically altered, James Mowry is landed on Jaimec, the 94th planet of the Sirian Empire. His mission is simple: sap morale, cause mayhem, tie up resources, wage a one-man war on a planet of eighty million.In short, be a wasp.First published in 1957, WASP is generally regarded as Eric Frank Russells finest novel, a witty and exciting account of a covert war in the heart of enemy territory. Promotional "Headline" The classic novel of urban terrorism. Description for Sales People A thrilling account of a covert war carried out in the heart of enemy territory. Details ISBN0575129042 Language English Year 2013 ISBN-10 0575129042 ISBN-13 9780575129047 Format Paperback Media Book Pages 192 Series S.F. Masterworks Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.912 UK Release Date 2013-05-09 Author Eric Frank Russell Publisher Orion Publishing Co Publication Date 2013-05-09 Audience General NZ Release Date 2013-07-08 AU Release Date 2013-07-08 Imprint Gollancz We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:52186998;

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