Description
This volume brings together two fundamental works by the master Robert A. Heinlein, which explore science fiction from very different but equally provocative angles.
“Space Troopers” (Starship Troopers) is a military science fiction novel that follows Juan "Johnny" Rico as he trains and serves in the Mobile Infantry, in a futuristic society where the right to vote is earned through military service. More than a war story, it's a reflection on civic duty, discipline, and the individual's role in society.
“Ladrick Long’s Ships” (Methuselah's Children) introduces us to a secret society of long-lived humans who must flee persecution and explore the universe in search of acceptance. It's a work that blends space adventure with profound questions about evolution, immortality, and xenophobia.
Together, these novels offer a comprehensive view of Heinlein's speculative thinking, from social criticism to philosophical exploration.
📑 Technical sheet
| Qualification | Starship Troopers / Ladrick Long's Ships |
|---|---|
| Author | Robert A. Heinlein |
| Editorial | Edisan |
| Collection | Stellar Works of Science Fiction – Hugo Series |
| Year of publication | 1987 |
| Language | Spanish |
| Translation | Amparo García Burgos / Fritz Sengespeck |
| Format | Hard cover |
| Dimensions | 23 x 13 cm |
| Pages | 423 |
| ISBN | 978-84-86472-80-1 |
| Gender | Military science fiction / space adventure |
