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Fritz Leiber
The Big Time
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"The Big Time" by Fritz Leiber is a fascinating and thought-provoking science fiction novel that explores the concept of time travel and the nature of reality. The story is set in a mysterious place known as the "Change War," where two powerful factions, the Spiders and the Snakes, are fighting a never-ending battle across time and space. The protagonist of the novel is a woman named Greta Forzane, who is a member of the "Free People," a group of soldiers who are not aligned with either the Spiders or the Snakes. Greta is a "temporal sorceress" who has the ability to manipulate time and space, and she is tasked with protecting a group of actors who are performing a play that is crucial to the outcome of the Change War. As the novel progresses, Greta and the actors find themselves drawn into the conflict, and they must confront the reality-altering powers of the Spiders and the Snakes. Along the way, they explore deep philosophical questions about the nature of time, reality, and the human experience. Leiber's writing is sharp and engaging, and he brings the strange and surreal world of the Change War to life in vivid detail. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the plot is fast-paced and full of twists and turns. Overall, "The Big Time" is a classic science fiction novel that is sure to appeal to fans of the genre. Its exploration of time travel and the nature of reality is both thought-provoking and entertaining, and its well-developed characters and engaging plot make it a must-read for anyone looking for a great science fiction story...
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