"A vital collection. down-to-earth, but unafraid to ask big questions."--Publishers Weekly "The format, mixing nonfiction with short stories, all translated by multiple contributors, will give new context to old fans while introducing new readers to a true genius of the genre, and will leave readers refreshingly excited not just about sf but about humanity's future."--Booklist, STARRED review "If the purpose of speculative fiction is to discover new ideas, or encounter old ones from an unexpected point of view, then A View from the Stars offers a galaxy of rewards to the reader."--The Wall Street Journal "Should be recommended reading for all aspiring science fiction writers. The short fiction selections included within are all gems, both in terms of storytelling prowess and thematic impact. A must-read for SF fans and writers alike."--Kirkus Reviews Praise for the Three-Body Problem trilogy: "Wildly imaginative.

"--President Barack Obama "The War of the Worlds for the twenty-first century . Packed with a sense of wonder."-- The Wall Street Journal "A breakthrough book . A unique blend of scientific and philosophical speculation, politics and history, conspiracy theory and cosmology."--George R. R. Martin "Tackles politics, philosophy, and virtual reality in a story that moves at a thriller's pace."-- The Washington Post "Evokes the thrill of exploration and the beauty of scale.

"-- The New Yorker "Stunning, elegant . A science fiction epic of the most profound kind."--NPR.