Worldwar:  In the Balance (1994)

by Harry Turtledove

First Edition January 1994

Line Numbers 10 - 1

Publisher's Note

War on earth erupted in every corner of the globe. Then the real enemy came. Inhuman invaders who were unstoppable, their technology far beyond our reach, their simple goal to claim Earth for the Empire. Here is a saga that covers all the Earth, and beyond, as mankind--in all its folly and glory--faces the ultimate threat; a turning point in history shows us a past that never was and a future that could yet come to be.... Worldwar:  Upsetting the Balance (1996) by Harry Turtledove First Edition February 1996 Line Numbers 10 - 1 Publisher's Note Russia, Communist China, Japan, Nazi Germany, the United States: they began World War II as mortal enemies. But suddenly their only hope for survival--never mind victory--was to unite to stop a mighty foe--one whose frightening technology appeared invincible. Far worse beings than the Nazis were loose. From Warsaw to Moscow to China's enemy-occupied Forbidden City, the nations of the world had been forced into an uneasy alliance since humanity began its struggle against overwhelming odds. In Germany, where the banshee wail of hostile jets screamed across the land, caches of once-forbidden weapons were unearthed, and unthinkable tactics were employed against the enemy. Brilliantly innovative military strategists confronted challenges unprecedented in the history of warfare. Even as lack of fuel forced people back to horse and carriage, physicists worked feverishly to create the first nuclear bombs--with horrifying results. City after city joined the atomic pyre as the planet erupted in fiery ruins. Yet the crisis continued--on land, sea, and in the air--as humanity writhed in global combat. The tactics of daredevil guerrillas everywhere became increasingly ingenious against a superior foe whose desperate retaliation would grow ever more fearsome. No one had ever put the United States, or the world, in such deadly danger. But if the carnage and annihilation ever stopped, would there be any pieces to pick up?     *************************************************************   This auction is for two hardback books with dust jackets in good condition.   Buyer is to pay all shipping & handling charges.   USA - $4.50 Shipping & handling via media mail with delivery confirmation.    PLEASE NOTE   THE SELLER ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGE OR LOSS DURING SHIPMENT.  NO EXCEPTIONS.  INSURANCE IS AN OPTION FOR THE BUYER.   We offer great Shipping Discounts for books shipped in the U.S by Media Mail.  Pay shipping for the first book item and then only $1.00 for the second book item.    We accept Paypal, money orders, and personal checks. Payment is expected within 7 days of auction's end.  Item will be held until check clears.     PLEASE NOTE FOR INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING   International shipping will be higher.  International Bidders please email for shipping quote.  We ship internationally by Global Priority.    International bidders MUST pay with Paypal. *************************************************************   ******  PLEASE NOTE ******  Our home is very clean, but not smoke free or pet free. We often buy items from private individuals who may or may not have exposed them to smoke, incense or pets.  We try to protect the items we have up for auction from these possible irritants as much as possible. If you have sensitivities, please take that into consideration before placing a bid.   ~ THANKS FOR LOOKING AND BE SURE TO SEE MY OTHER AUCTIONS AND EBAY STORE ~