Status
Available
Call number
Publication
Tor Books (1989), Edition: Reprint, Paperback
Description
When the Panarch of Pao is assassinated, Beran Panasper, his son and heir, must flee to the planet Breakness where he finds the truth behind his father's death...and much more. Reprint.
User reviews
LibraryThing member thesmellofbooks
Very interesting novel, with the easy majesty of Vance's descriptive writing and a well thought out plot hinging entirely on the form and use of language. Not the normal space fare, compromise features prominently--characters using patience and compromise? How speculative is that!?
LibraryThing member kurvanas
This is classic Jack Vance, which we all love. But the fame attached to this book comes from its unique subject matter. This is perhaps the best SF book ever written concerning linguistics and constructed languages. It is a deep and penetrating study of the intersection of culture, politics, and
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language at the heart of civilization. A great read. Show Less
LibraryThing member clong
This offers less action but more thought provocation than your typical Vance story, with interesting concepts and societies and characters. I found the ending not particularly satisfying.
LibraryThing member Bestine
Should be required reading for all linguistics and political science majors.
LibraryThing member EdwinKort
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Subjects
Language
Original publication date
1958
Physical description
249 p.; 6.6 inches
ISBN
0812556968 / 9780812556964