Description
Step into the golden age of space opera with Keith Laumer’s Galactic Odyssey. Originally published in 1967 by the Galaxy Publishing Corporation, this vintage paperback is a quintessential example of mid-century science fiction adventure.
The story follows the unexpected journey of Billy Danger, a simple farmhand who finds himself swept off Earth and thrust into a sprawling, dangerous cosmos. As he traverses alien landscapes and encounters bizarre civilizations, Billy must evolve from a naive traveler into a seasoned warrior to survive. Laumer, a master of fast-paced storytelling and hard-boiled protagonists, delivers a narrative filled with imagination, grit, and the classic “stranger in a strange land” motif.
This specific edition is a must-have for collectors of vintage sci-fi and fans of the Retrospective Hugo Award-nominated author. Whether you are revisiting a childhood favorite or discovering the rugged charm of Laumer’s prose for the first time, this 1967 printing captures the spirit of an era where the stars felt just within reach.
Author: Keith Laumer
Publisher: Galaxy Publishing Corporation
Publication Date: 1967
ISBN: N/A (Pre-ISBN era / Catalog #AD1610)
Format: Mass Market Paperback
Pages: 160 pages (approximate)
Dimensions: 4.25 x 7.00 inches
Weight: 4.2 ounces
Condition: Good (Minor shelf wear, slight tanning of pages consistent with age, tight binding, no major creases)
