The Eagle Has Landed: 50 Years of Lunar Science Fiction
Edited by Neil Clarke.
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 landing, the endlessly-mysterious moon is explored in this reprint short science fiction anthology from award-winning editor and anthologist Neil Clarke (Clarkesworld, The Best Science Fiction of the Year).
On July 20, 1969, mankind made what had only years earlier seemed like an impossible leap forward: when Apollo 11 became the first manned mission to land on the moon, and Neil Armstrong the first person to step foot on the lunar surface.
While there have only been a handful of new missions since, the fascination with our planet’s satellite continues, and generations of writers and artists have imagined the endless possibilities of lunar life. From adventures in the vast gulf of space between the earth and the moon, to journeys across the light face to the dark side, to the establishment of permanent residences on its surface, science fiction has for decades given readers bold and forward-thinking ideas about our nearest interstellar neighbor and what it might mean to humankind, both now and in our future.
The Eagle Has Landed collects the best stories written in the fifty years since mankind first stepped foot on the lunar surface, serving as a shining reminder that the moon is and always has been our most visible and constant example of all the infinite possibility of the wider universe.
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Neil Clarke
Neil Clarke is an influential name in the world of speculative fiction, known for his sharp editorial eye and his unwavering commitment to bringing groundbreaking science fiction and fantasy stories to readers around the globe. As the editor of Clarkesworld Magazine, Clarke has played a pivotal role in shaping the modern landscape of genre literature, curating narratives that push boundaries while remaining deeply human. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including the Hugo and World Fantasy Awards, solidifying his place as one of the most respected editors in the field.
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