E. C. “Scar” Gordon was on the French Riviera recovering from a tour of combat in Southeast Asia , but he hadn’t given up his habit of scanning the Personals in the newspaper. One ad in particular leapt out at him: “ARE YOU A COWARD? This is not for you. We badly need a brave man. He must be 23 to 25 years old, in perfect health, at least six feet tall, weigh about 190 pounds, fluent English, … English, with some French, proficient in all weapons, some knowledge of engineering and mathematics essential, willing to travel, no family or emotional ties, indomitably courageous and handsome of face and figure. Permanent employment, very high pay, glorious adventure, great danger. You must apply in person, rue Dante, Nice, 2me étage, apt. D.”
How could you not answer an ad like that, especially when it seemed to describe you perfectly? Well, except maybe for the “handsome” part, but that was in the eye of the beholder anyway. So he went to that apartment and was greeted by the most beautiful woman he’d ever met. She seemed to have many names, but agreed he could call her “Star.” A pretty appropriate name, as it turned out, for the empress of twenty universes.
Robert A. Heinlein’s one true fantasy novel, Glory Road is as much fun today as when he wrote it after Stranger in a Strange Land. Heinlein proves himself as adept with sword and sorcery as with rockets and slide rules and the result is exciting, satirical, fast-paced, funny and tremendously readable — a favorite of all who have read it. Glory Road is a masterpiece of escapist entertainment with a typically Heinleinian sting in its tail. Tor is proud to return this all-time classic to hardcover to be discovered by a new generation of readers.
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One of Hienline’s best young adult si-fi books, it heads towards more adult themes harpooning mores and manners.
A soldier has left the Vietnam War to the French Riveria. He encounters an incredible woman in search of a hero and they go off on a wonderful journey through many worlds and battles until the prize is won, getting married along the …
When a Science Fiction grandmaster writes a sword and sorcery story, it can’t help being magnificent.
Been reading Heinlein since I was a kid. Great author; fun to read. Interesting stories. Glory Road is a ride and one of my favorites.
This is a wonderful fantasy written by a master.
One of my all-time favorite books!
What happens when a Hard science fiction writer takes on whimsical fantasy with a twist. Loved this book!!!
I grew up with Robert Heinlein and this is one of my favorites.
Classic Heinlein
What DOES a hero do when the adventure is over? Heinlein tells us.
I read this book years ago, just after college and have nothing but fond memories of it. I know much of Mr. Heinlein’s work has not aged well and that may be true here as well were I to re-read it, but my memory is that this is a most enjoyable SF yarn that stands as a great example of RH’s immense talent.
No. Just no. Nothing after Friday, as far as Heinlein is concerned.
I read this book the first time at around age 15. It was a good read, brought the concept of alternate universes to me for the first time. Heinlein is a great writer and develops characters very well. Gordon is a likable fellow from the start. His reactions to things that happen and the alternate reality are well done and I found i would probably …
In my opinion this is one of Robert Heinlein’s best works. Hero-ing is serious business. But Heinlein doesn’t take himself too seriously. If you’re new to Heinlein, start with this novel.
Heinlein was one of the best ever, and this is one of his best
I love this book. Could not put it down. This book will hold your attention all the way through.
I’ve read this book several times starting when I was 15 or 16. Heinlein was the best sci-fi author who ever lived as far as I’m concerned. I’m looking forward to reading the upcoming original version of what was rewritten and published as The Number Of The Beast, which is a recently funded Kickstarter project due to be available in the spring of …
This is maybe my favorite Heinlein book. I first read it 50 years ago and have reread it many times since. Yes, I would recommend reading this book at any age.
Probably the best Heinlein adult book without significant weirdness.