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.
«Tropas del espacio» (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.
«Las naves de Ladrick Long» (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 |
