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After > 4 decades still my favorite writer and the absolute grand master of space opera. 40 odd years later I still immensely enjoy those stories.

It brings me great joy to read on these pages that his art can still enchant young people. There is hope for humanity still.

Time to break out some of those books...

Thank you Jack for a 1000 wonderful voyages. Kurt Decoene

After > 4 decades still my favorite writer and the absolute grand master of space opera. 40 odd years later I still immensely enjoy those stories.

It brings me great joy to read on these pages that his art can still enchant young people. There is ... click to read more Kurt Decoene

I discovered Vance in 2013; the prose of my college essays subsequently became what might be described as ‘interesting’.

There are still some Vance novels and short stories I haven’t yet read, but these are my current favourites of those I have: 'The Blue World'; 'Emphyrio'; 'Showboat World'; the 'Dying Earth' series; ‘The Moon Moth’; ‘The New Prime’; ‘When The Five Moons Rise' (a brilliant and underrated horror story).

'Emphyrio' at least should be considered and taught as literature, for the profundity of its themes and characterization as well as the beauty of Vance's style. In particular, Grand Lord Dugald’s declaration of self-awareness is one of the most moving passages I have ever read. For me this almost Shakespearean breadth of understanding is one of the best aspects of reading Vance, whether apparent in a deposed and isolated young world-ruler, a cannibalistic gangster with an inferiority complex, or a homunculus attached to a subterranean demon’s tongue.

In the fantasy genre, only a handful of writers - Ernest Bramah, James Branch Cabell, Lord Dunsany, Clark Ashton Smith, Barry Hughart - really compare.

‘So now, be off! Or I visit upon you the Spell of the Macroid Toe, whereupon the signalized member swells to the proportions of a house!’

Anonymous

I discovered Vance in 2013; the prose of my college essays subsequently became what might be described as ‘interesting’.

There are still some Vance novels and short stories I haven’t yet read, but these are my current favourites of those I ... click to read more Anonymous

Un verre pour le grand Jack. Qui m'a appris à être un voyageur, un curieux, un explorateur, un bricoleur, un érotomane et finalement un homme.

Merci Jack.

Santé ! Cyroul

Un verre pour le grand Jack. Qui m'a appris à être un voyageur, un curieux, un explorateur, un bricoleur, un érotomane et finalement un homme.

Merci Jack.

Santé ! Cyroul

When I started reading Tschai somewhere in the seventies, I didn't stop reading for days, I was no longer on planet Earth... I was immediately taken away onto Tschai, enchanted by Jack Vance's Masterly style...

Opening a book written by Jack Vance is like opening a gate to the Multiversum ! Thank you forever Jack, for giving us the keys to access and wander into those wonderful worlds you created... Pascal Geyssens

When I started reading Tschai somewhere in the seventies, I didn't stop reading for days, I was no longer on planet Earth... I was immediately taken away onto Tschai, enchanted by Jack Vance's Masterly style...

Opening a book written by Jack Vance ... click to read more Pascal Geyssens

I return to Jack Vance books again and again. One of my everlasting favorites. Thank you for all the joy. Bohumir

I return to Jack Vance books again and again. One of my everlasting favorites. Thank you for all the joy. Bohumir

Ho riletto per l'ennesima volta The Five Star Kings e rimpiango di non poter leggere ulteriori racconti o libri scritti magistralmente dalla medesima mano.

I tuoi libri mi hanno accompagnato per gran parte della mia vita ed adesso ne sento la mancanza.

Riposa in pace Jack! Alessandro LOTTI

Ho riletto per l'ennesima volta The Five Star Kings e rimpiango di non poter leggere ulteriori racconti o libri scritti magistralmente dalla medesima mano.

I tuoi libri mi hanno accompagnato per gran parte della mia vita ed adesso ne sento la ... click to read more Alessandro LOTTI

I got my first Jack Vance book handed over to me as a teenager by my father, who said "I have found the greatest living Science-Fiction author ever, read this". I never stopped reading him over the next decades. From time to time, I pick one of his books I have read, like, 5 or 6 times. I thought there was something wrong with me until I discovered plenty of Vance's fans do exactly the same. Many thanks for the sheer beauty, the wit, the sense of wonder you created, old bard, wherever you are up there. Corinne

I got my first Jack Vance book handed over to me as a teenager by my father, who said "I have found the greatest living Science-Fiction author ever, read this". I never stopped reading him over the next decades. From time to time, I pick one of his ... click to read more Corinne

My Dad introduced me to Jack’s work with a second hand copy of Cugel’s saga. I was ten years old. I have loved his work ever since RIP Stuart Baker

My Dad introduced me to Jack’s work with a second hand copy of Cugel’s saga. I was ten years old. I have loved his work ever since RIP Stuart Baker

Well Jack, you are the reason I became a writer. Your books are absolutely amazing, I still pick them up after many years. I miss you, enjoy heaven, R Rogier van Kralingen

Well Jack, you are the reason I became a writer. Your books are absolutely amazing, I still pick them up after many years. I miss you, enjoy heaven, R Rogier van Kralingen

It took me 47 years to learn about Jack Vance... what a shame! I am

an avid reader of the obscure, mythical, weird horror and fantasy literature. Science fiction was not my first choice before. By going through the pages of Barlowe’s Guide to Extraterrestials I stumbled over the Dirdir and the Pnume! In my hands I am holding now The Tschai Tetralogy, just started to read, oh what a joy... Sanjai Shah Hauschild

It took me 47 years to learn about Jack Vance... what a shame! I am

an avid reader of the obscure, mythical, weird horror and fantasy literature. Science fiction was not my first choice before. By going through the pages of Barlowe’s Guide to ... click to read more Sanjai Shah Hauschild

I am a highschool student, aged 18, and have just recently discovered Jack Vance. It has re-awoken a love for reading I'd thought lost in middleschool. Thank you, Jack! You seem a very interesting and kind individual, I look forward to reading your memoir/autobiography and learning more about you :) Lee Adcock

I am a highschool student, aged 18, and have just recently discovered Jack Vance. It has re-awoken a love for reading I'd thought lost in middleschool. Thank you, Jack! You seem a very interesting and kind individual, I look forward to reading your ... click to read more Lee Adcock

I first became aware of Vance in the very early 1970s. Somehow missed the appearance of the Anome and Domains of Koryphon ( read them later, of course), but starting with Maske: Thaery, I believe I read every one of his novels shortly after it came out, and I met him three times, at book signings. I'm sure he'd never have remembered me, although he did express surprise when I asked him to sign the commercial edition of Araminta Station immediately after its release, when I told him I'd already read it (in the UM edition). There's just something unique about Vance's authorial voice, that's always resonated with me, and I will always be grateful to him for the many hours of pleasure and even joy that he has given me, and countless others. Shout out to Matthew Hughes, one of the tiny few of

Vance's imitators (or rather, authors inspired by Vance!) who can actually hold a candle to the older master! David Studhalter

I first became aware of Vance in the very early 1970s. Somehow missed the appearance of the Anome and Domains of Koryphon ( read them later, of course), but starting with Maske: Thaery, I believe I read every one of his novels shortly after it came ... click to read more David Studhalter

I now sit re reading ecce and old earth. I have filled a tea cup with white wine and pretend it is green zoquil, a clattuc vintage. When my eyes need a break I look out the window and thank the trees for showing their autum colors. A perfect day. Thank you Jack. Chris tomasso

I now sit re reading ecce and old earth. I have filled a tea cup with white wine and pretend it is green zoquil, a clattuc vintage. When my eyes need a break I look out the window and thank the trees for showing their autum colors. A perfect day. ... click to read more Chris tomasso

I am french, excuse my poor english....

I red Le prince des étoiles when I was 17 I am now 56 and all the writings of Jack Vance are always next to me. What an author !Beautiful style and endless inventive spirit !

I can't help reading and reading Alain all Jack Vance,s books they give me a lot of energy and hope. Thank you again master Vance !

S lagorce

Stphane Lagorce

I am french, excuse my poor english....

I red Le prince des étoiles when I was 17 I am now 56 and all the writings of Jack Vance are always next to me. What an author !Beautiful style and endless inventive spirit !

I can't help reading and ... click to read more Stphane Lagorce

Master, thanks for everything: adventure, sense of wonder,romance, noir, humour,Your works are masterworks of.. Vance-fiction, a nonpareil blend of genres. Still now, after so many years, to read

your books is a pleasure, and a way to live other, so many other lives and realities. Grazie di tutto , Maestro. Antonio Ruggiero

Master, thanks for everything: adventure, sense of wonder,romance, noir, humour,Your works are masterworks of.. Vance-fiction, a nonpareil blend of genres. Still now, after so many years, to read

your books is a pleasure, and a way to live other, ... click to read more Antonio Ruggiero

I have read very few writers who come close to the skill that Mr. Vance had. The way he set a scene and told a story is absolutely captivating. I love the Dying Earth and the Demon Princes series and can't wait to read more of his work. I've been collecting them when I can find them.

No book has absorbed me like Tales of a Dying Earth. Mr. Vance clearly had a vibrant inner life; it showed through in the vast imagination of his writing and the depth and complexities of the cultures, creatures and people of his stories.

Thank you Mr. Vance. You are an inspiration to this aspiring author. If I can tell a story of my own with half the aptitude you had, I will be well pleased with myself. Catethulhu

I have read very few writers who come close to the skill that Mr. Vance had. The way he set a scene and told a story is absolutely captivating. I love the Dying Earth and the Demon Princes series and can't wait to read more of his work. I've been ... click to read more Catethulhu

Hi,

I just want to said that after 25 years I discovered it, Jack Vance's world is still offering me the magic that we all need.

Thank you M. Vance Florian Lassenay

Hi,

I just want to said that after 25 years I discovered it, Jack Vance's world is still offering me the magic that we all need.

Thank you M. Vance Florian Lassenay

hilarious and inventive from droll witticisms and amusing situations to wondrous worlds and fantastic societies



thanks for some of the best worlds ever escaped to Rylan Cairns

hilarious and inventive from droll witticisms and amusing situations to wondrous worlds and fantastic societies



thanks for some of the best worlds ever escaped to Rylan Cairns

When I first read Jack Vance's works as a teenager, I enjoyed them.

When

I reread them many years later, after my reading had ranged far and wide, I appreciated them all the more -- for only then did I realize how utterly unlike anything else they are.

Rare gems, of unique cut; with their own sparkle and fire. M.W.

When I first read Jack Vance's works as a teenager, I enjoyed them.

When

I reread them many years later, after my reading had ranged far and wide, I appreciated them all the more -- for only then did I realize how utterly unlike anything else ... click to read more M.W.

"Unstinting generosity excites approval."

Has there ever been a writer who was so generous with his imagination? So willing to take us to places we could have never found for ourselves?

So glad to introduce us to the finest, and foulest, that humanity and its various offshoots has to offer?

So anxious to show us what beautifully unlikely phrases could be constructed with the English language?

I will ever pour libations to Jack Vance. Pete Sloman

"Unstinting generosity excites approval."

Has there ever been a writer who was so generous with his imagination? So willing to take us to places we could have never found for ourselves?

So glad to introduce us to the finest, and foulest, that ... click to read more Pete Sloman

Absolutely hopeless plots -- and I read them again and again and again! He really makes a story move, and invents the weirdest societies -- and unfortunately the world is catching up with him. The concept of 'awaile' in 'Servants of the Wankh' anticipated Columbine by decades. Of course not all science-fiction writers can think of everything: it is amusing, after humanity has colonized the galaxy, to find Kirth Gersen still having to find a phone booth! And he was a realist: his dystopian anarchy in 'Wyst' provides a refreshing antidote to Ursula K. Leguin's (also RIP) rather idealized version in 'The Dispossessed'. escoville

Absolutely hopeless plots -- and I read them again and again and again! He really makes a story move, and invents the weirdest societies -- and unfortunately the world is catching up with him. The concept of 'awaile' in 'Servants of the Wankh' ... click to read more escoville

Just a small salute to Mister Vance and his family to tell them how much his work has been and still his important in my library.

I'm nearly 60 now and I have been reading and reading all over again The Tschai cycle and the Cugel cycle since I was a teenager (French edition). It has its place with the Asimmov's Foundation cycle and Van Vogt Non-A cycle side by side in my library.

You have the right to be very proud of your late father and grand-father for what it has achieved and all the happiness he has brought to million of fans throughout the world.



Forever thank you so much dear Mister Vance!



Gilles

(pardon my poor English and correct it as needed) Gilles Maisonneuve

Just a small salute to Mister Vance and his family to tell them how much his work has been and still his important in my library.

I'm nearly 60 now and I have been reading and reading all over again The Tschai cycle and the Cugel cycle since I was ... click to read more Gilles Maisonneuve

I believe I now have a copy of every book written by Jack Vance, certainly of all those ever sold here in England. Something I have never tried to do for any other author.

Here's to Jack Vance, greatest and most imaginative of all science fiction writers. Rest in peace Jack, in the knowledge of a job well done Jerry W

I believe I now have a copy of every book written by Jack Vance, certainly of all those ever sold here in England. Something I have never tried to do for any other author.

Here's to Jack Vance, greatest and most imaginative of all science fiction ... click to read more Jerry W

I have a bookshelf in my little library devoted to Jack Vance. I tried to pass on the enthusiasm to my 35 year old son but he declined the baton. Most of his stories are here, some duplicated, some in French, picked up for a few centimes in brocantes. 20 years ago I had a sales lunch with some Dutch policemen in Rotterdam. It started out quite frosty and polite until, and I forget how, Jack Vance was mentioned. Lunch became extended, beer was raised and not many of us went back to work that afternoon. Tim R Mortiss disgurgled me. Chris Cauwood

I have a bookshelf in my little library devoted to Jack Vance. I tried to pass on the enthusiasm to my 35 year old son but he declined the baton. Most of his stories are here, some duplicated, some in French, picked up for a few centimes in ... click to read more Chris Cauwood

Was there ever a better author, in any genre, than Jack Vance? Not in my humble opinion. His visionary ideas, deadpan humor, memorable characters both likeable and detestable (nearly all endowed with masterful oratory skills), panoramic vistas, complex societies, unearthly flora and fauna, fascinating worlds, satisfying plots, engaging storytelling - effortlessly regaled in the most truly delightful prose. He is greatly missed.



I first encountered his work in 1987, when a friend lent me the Tchsai/Planet of Adventure series; I was hooked from that moment on. I have read - and reread - his stories countless times since. Why Hollywood hasn't seen fit to bring the Demon Princes series to the big screen, I'll never know. Perhaps it's just as well, as they could never do his work justice...



How I wish I could live in one of Vance's worlds, instead of this mundane, unsophisticated society run by a President with "all the best words" (clearly, he has never read Jack's work).



I can't believe it's nearly 5 years since his passing.



Thank you, Jack! Mike Allen

Was there ever a better author, in any genre, than Jack Vance? Not in my humble opinion. His visionary ideas, deadpan humor, memorable characters both likeable and detestable (nearly all endowed with masterful oratory skills), panoramic vistas, ... click to read more Mike Allen

I've been spellbound by every Jack Vance book I've read.

The Demon Prince novels are my favorite, and

I am on Book of Dreams, trying to stretch it out, knowing there will never be another after I finish this one.

My heart aches when I think about it. Lawson

I've been spellbound by every Jack Vance book I've read.

The Demon Prince novels are my favorite, and

I am on Book of Dreams, trying to stretch it out, knowing there will never be another after I finish this one.

My heart aches when I think about ... click to read more Lawson

La saga de Tschai fue una de las primeras sagas de ciencia ficción que llegó a mis manos de joven, y sigo releyendo esos cuatro desgastados libros cada pocos meses aún más de veinte años después.



Un abrazo maestro bajo la luz de Carina 4269. Javier

La saga de Tschai fue una de las primeras sagas de ciencia ficción que llegó a mis manos de joven, y sigo releyendo esos cuatro desgastados libros cada pocos meses aún más de veinte años después.



Un abrazo maestro bajo la luz de Carina ... click to read more Javier

Thanks to Jack Vance I traveled all over the universe and knew wonderful worlds and peoples.

His books and stories helped me to forget the hardships of everyday life and to endure the monotony of modern life Alessandro LOTTI

Thanks to Jack Vance I traveled all over the universe and knew wonderful worlds and peoples.

His books and stories helped me to forget the hardships of everyday life and to endure the monotony of modern life Alessandro LOTTI

My current shot of malt whisky is indeed a toast to Jack

Vance, magician of fabulous words and worlds - thank you for countless hours of reading transport & pleasure, for over 40 years! David Thwaite

My current shot of malt whisky is indeed a toast to Jack

Vance, magician of fabulous words and worlds - thank you for countless hours of reading transport & pleasure, for over 40 years! David Thwaite

"'A farting horse will never tire,

A farting man's the man to hire.'



"Where is the like today?"



Where indeed?



Rest well, most picaresque of poets. Zanda Myrande

"'A farting horse will never tire,

A farting man's the man to hire.'



"Where is the like today?"



Where indeed?



Rest well, most picaresque of poets. Zanda Myrande

My first Vance book was The Dragon Masters, a brilliant tale of war and adaptation, and his work has only gotten better since then.

His settings, characters, and amazing prose have kept me entranced for decades. Rest In Peace, Jack. You have earned your place in our memories. David Ackerman

My first Vance book was The Dragon Masters, a brilliant tale of war and adaptation, and his work has only gotten better since then.

His settings, characters, and amazing prose have kept me entranced for decades. Rest In Peace, Jack. You have earned ... click to read more David Ackerman

Cugel's Saga is the best book ever written. Every page, every line, every word is utterly brilliant. I have read it countless times. Lurulu is something special. Jack Vance is my hero. Stefan

Cugel's Saga is the best book ever written. Every page, every line, every word is utterly brilliant. I have read it countless times. Lurulu is something special. Jack Vance is my hero. Stefan

I always loved that wit and humour - from Marune to Throy - the universe became more exciting and fabulous. When they brought electricity to New Zealand I could read late into the night - I never doubted I was a Clattuc at heart either. Sadly missed but long appreciated Murray McDonald

I always loved that wit and humour - from Marune to Throy - the universe became more exciting and fabulous. When they brought electricity to New Zealand I could read late into the night - I never doubted I was a Clattuc at heart either. Sadly missed ... click to read more Murray McDonald

Muchísimas gracias por crear una obra tan importante para mí como el Ciclo de tschai. Con 12 años cogí en una librería el volúmen de los Pnume y me atrapó su mundo subterraneo. Tardaría varios años en encontrar en una librería de libros descatalogados el resto de la saga. Esa fue mi entrada en la ciencia ficción, y seguramente, en el mundo de las novelas no infantiles. Un abrazo, allí donde estés. Y gracias, Jordi

Muchísimas gracias por crear una obra tan importante para mí como el Ciclo de tschai. Con 12 años cogí en una librería el volúmen de los Pnume y me atrapó su mundo subterraneo. Tardaría varios años en encontrar en una librería de libros ... click to read more Jordi

I hadn't heard of Jack Vance until this week, when I saw an inspiring quote, attributed to him, in Taste for Life magazine, which I obtain monthly for free at my local health food store. Before I passed the quote on to my friends, I wanted to find out about the man who said it. Wow! Just for sheer productivity he is laudable! I can see, too, much loved, much admired as well. I haven't read science fiction since the 70's - I'm sure you fans of Jack must wonder what kind of creature I am - but I certainly will invest the time now to see how this remarkable man practiced his craft.



The quote is: GOOD MUSIC ALWAYS DEFEATS BAD LUCK. Anonymous

I hadn't heard of Jack Vance until this week, when I saw an inspiring quote, attributed to him, in Taste for Life magazine, which I obtain monthly for free at my local health food store. Before I passed the quote on to my friends, I wanted to find ... click to read more Anonymous

For over forty years, I fought besides Gavin Waylock and Adam Rieth; with the Brave Free Men: for the honor of the sheirls in the hussade tank, for honor, and for glory.

And always, Jack Vance led the way...



... and in my heart, he always will! Duncan Kunz

For over forty years, I fought besides Gavin Waylock and Adam Rieth; with the Brave Free Men: for the honor of the sheirls in the hussade tank, for honor, and for glory.

And always, Jack Vance led the way...



... and in my heart, he always will! Duncan Kunz

So much of movie and TV science fiction and fantasy is really bad or overstretched (e.g. three movies made out of "The Hobbit".

Why not movies out of the Lyonesse trilogy or Planet of Adventure or Demon Princes.

Or a single movie based on Dragon Masters or the Moon Moth. julian thomas

So much of movie and TV science fiction and fantasy is really bad or overstretched (e.g. three movies made out of "The Hobbit".

Why not movies out of the Lyonesse trilogy or Planet of Adventure or Demon Princes.

Or a single movie based on Dragon ... click to read more julian thomas

He got me by the very first story I read and never let loose. Wonderful, extraordinary science fiction with a grand dose of humor.



Thanks Jack! Joep Oude Veldhuis

He got me by the very first story I read and never let loose. Wonderful, extraordinary science fiction with a grand dose of humor.



Thanks Jack! Joep Oude Veldhuis

The finest of writers. I am so grateful to Jack for all the endless hours I have spent lost in the rich and beautiful worlds he drew in my imagination with his wonderful words. A peerless genius. There'll never be another like him.

Mathew, Wales Anonymous

The finest of writers. I am so grateful to Jack for all the endless hours I have spent lost in the rich and beautiful worlds he drew in my imagination with his wonderful words. A peerless genius. There'll never be another like him.

Mathew, Wales Anonymous

Jack Vance has been my favorite author for 45 plus years. His stories have taken me to far worlds and lands, for hours beyond count. I have most, if not all, copies of his fantasy and SF stories. I am currently re-reading (for the umpteenth time)the Planet of Adventure: Tschai novels. Thank you, Jack Vance, for giving me such enjoyment over the years. Henry Hartmann

Jack Vance has been my favorite author for 45 plus years. His stories have taken me to far worlds and lands, for hours beyond count. I have most, if not all, copies of his fantasy and SF stories. I am currently re-reading (for the umpteenth time)the ... click to read more Henry Hartmann

What a shame, I missed the date, so, better late then never: Happy 100th Birthday Mr. Vance! You are alive in your stories, which we all love. Cheers! Thomas Sieber

What a shame, I missed the date, so, better late then never: Happy 100th Birthday Mr. Vance! You are alive in your stories, which we all love. Cheers! Thomas Sieber

Jack Vance's voice was unique and inimitable.

I've spent decades reading and re-reading his work:

Witty, bittersweet, beautiful, imaginative, well-plotted- it's easy to run out of superlatives and adjectives.

One of my son's middle name is 'Kirth' :-) Karim

Jack Vance's voice was unique and inimitable.

I've spent decades reading and re-reading his work:

Witty, bittersweet, beautiful, imaginative, well-plotted- it's easy to run out of superlatives and adjectives.

One of my son's middle name is ... click to read more Karim

My favorite author. End of discussion. Philip Kelley

My favorite author. End of discussion. Philip Kelley

His stories helped me to pass many nights and many days, wondering to meet Kirth Gersen.

My nickname when I was a singer in a rock band was Rhune Fader and one of our songs titled "The face"

One of the most important writers in my life.

RIP Jack and see you on the other side. Giorgio

His stories helped me to pass many nights and many days, wondering to meet Kirth Gersen.

My nickname when I was a singer in a rock band was Rhune Fader and one of our songs titled "The face"

One of the most important writers in my life.

RIP Jack ... click to read more Giorgio

I was 25 years old when I discovered Vance in the Dying earth (1975), I did not know Jack Vance but

I got it

because the cover for this French print was

from Philippe Druillet who was my prefered cartoonist in France, so I supposed

the book to be

good too, but it was more, much more : I have been grasped by the style and stories. Since this time I read all Vance works every year, again and again. I cannot get enought of him. Jack Vance is not just a wonderful writer, He is a "honnête homme" - in the French sense -

Bravo, jack ! Jean Luc, France

I was 25 years old when I discovered Vance in the Dying earth (1975), I did not know Jack Vance but

I got it

because the cover for this French print was

from Philippe Druillet who was my prefered cartoonist in France, so I supposed

the book to ... click to read more Jean Luc, France

Was introduced to Jack Vance through a tribute from George RR Martin. Immediately fell in love with his high speech, tongue in cheek style. Once I got past the surface and saw the meat of his writing I was again floored by his effortless world creation. Have most his works now and "recollecting" signed works. Easily a master and one of the greatest to put ink to paper. So thankful the world had so many years with him. Jeremy Dukes

Was introduced to Jack Vance through a tribute from George RR Martin. Immediately fell in love with his high speech, tongue in cheek style. Once I got past the surface and saw the meat of his writing I was again floored by his effortless world ... click to read more Jeremy Dukes

Rereading "Maske: Thaery" for the third or fourth time, and I became depressed that Jack's voice has been silenced. He cannot be replaced. David Knight

Rereading "Maske: Thaery" for the third or fourth time, and I became depressed that Jack's voice has been silenced. He cannot be replaced. David Knight

I have read "the dragon master" for the first time when i was 12. Now i am 46. I wish

to share with you all the

emotions and laughter And the tears that were associated with all the reading experiences I had with jack vance books and novels. He made me love science fiction and enriched my adolescence . Now reading his books again for the forth or fifth time he made me recall of a wonderfull part of my life. Thank you. Paolo

I have read "the dragon master" for the first time when i was 12. Now i am 46. I wish

to share with you all the

emotions and laughter And the tears that were associated with all the reading experiences I had with jack vance books and novels. He ... click to read more Paolo

jack you are always in our hearts Gianni Farina

jack you are always in our hearts Gianni Farina

Bneginning with The Dying Earth, I have bought. most of Vance's books.

Thanks

for the ebooks! Anonymous

Bneginning with The Dying Earth, I have bought. most of Vance's books.

Thanks

for the ebooks! Anonymous

I am 65 years old. The first books I read (besides those required in school) were the Tschai novels 40 some years ago and I was hooked forever. I just finished Nightlamp for the umpteenth time and consider it one of the best. I had checked Mr. Vance's web page periodically but missed his departure in 2013. Needless to say I was depressed and disappointed that there would be no more wonderful literary surprises (selfish I know). I have most of his novels and am trying to procure the remainder. In my humble opinion he is the greatest author ever to pen words. Thank you. Glenn LaPier

I am 65 years old. The first books I read (besides those required in school) were the Tschai novels 40 some years ago and I was hooked forever. I just finished Nightlamp for the umpteenth time and consider it one of the best. I had checked Mr. ... click to read more Glenn LaPier

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author- Galaxy Reader and Vance Enthusiast

The Hugo

winning Story Illustration

for the

surpassingly good

short

story

from The Aug 63 Galaxy

issue

was

a gigantic

turning

point in my Arts

Career/interest.

The story was characteristic

of the high

craft passion and

strength of ... click to read more Galaxy Reader and Vance Enthusiast

The only fiction that I've read for the last 15 years has been by Jack Vance. His worlds and characters continue to tantalise, his language use and subtlety is exquisite. Russell Moran

The only fiction that I've read for the last 15 years has been by Jack Vance. His worlds and characters continue to tantalise, his language use and subtlety is exquisite. Russell Moran

Jack Vance has been my favorite author for 30 years.

I have read nearly every book or short story he wrote three times or more and always enjoy him.

I think he is one of the most imaginative, creative, thoughtful, funny, writers of all time.

I especially love the Adam Reith Series, the Kirth Gersen series, the Lyonesse books, Cugel, the mysteries.

Hey, I think I will go get a Jack Vance book and read it right now!

Truly Planet Earth was made better by this writer.

Don

Jack Vance has been my favorite author for 30 years.

I have read nearly every book or short story he wrote three times or more and always enjoy him.

I think he is one of the most imaginative, creative, thoughtful, funny, writers of all time.

I ... click to read more Don

I owe Jack Vance some of my most beloved reading hours. I love his work, so much. Thanks for all this marvels. Valdo

I owe Jack Vance some of my most beloved reading hours. I love his work, so much. Thanks for all this marvels. Valdo

Hey Jack!

So you've gone on to join Poul Anderson and the rest of your generation to the Great Typewriter in the sky.

You were a giant amongst giants, but how you tricked us all by masquerading as a mere mortal. I'm so sad you are gone, but boy-oh-boy you sure left one big footprint!



See you down the road less traveled.

Thomas Lowe

Hey Jack!

So you've gone on to join Poul Anderson and the rest of your generation to the Great Typewriter in the sky.

You were a giant amongst giants, but how you tricked us all by masquerading as a mere mortal. I'm so sad you are gone, but ... click to read more Thomas Lowe

Sinceramente eres

un genio, y digo que lo eres porque en tus libros estas tu, muchas gracias por dejarnos tus historias, que manera más creativa de crear mundos y civilizaciones Gerson Colindres

Sinceramente eres

un genio, y digo que lo eres porque en tus libros estas tu, muchas gracias por dejarnos tus historias, que manera más creativa de crear mundos y civilizaciones Gerson Colindres

Magister



When he heard the mage was dead

The student donned a robe of gloom;

And lenses made from sandestin scales

Then with bowed head went to his room.



He lit the green lamp on his desk,

Unsealed a heavy jar of stone

And poured a draught of purple wine

Into a cup of dragonbone.



He raised his head from study

The lamplight pale and green and wan

He saw the pallid dawn come in

And mused; a sadder, wiser man. Peter Mackenzie

Magister



When he heard the mage was dead

The student donned a robe of gloom;

And lenses made from sandestin scales

Then with bowed head went to his room.



He lit the green lamp on his desk,

Unsealed a heavy jar of stone

And poured a ... click to read more Peter Mackenzie

Thank you Mr. Vance for many wonderful stories. I read my first Vance novel Lyonesse in the 1980's as a young teenager. My brother recommended the book to me. He was a great lover of all things science fiction and - to a lesser degree- fantasy. I became quickly a fan too. Jack Vance was a great writer, may he rest in peace. Anna

Thank you Mr. Vance for many wonderful stories. I read my first Vance novel Lyonesse in the 1980's as a young teenager. My brother recommended the book to me. He was a great lover of all things science fiction and - to a lesser degree- fantasy. I ... click to read more Anna