{"product_id":"about-time-12-short-stories-9780684848662","title":"About Time: 12 Short Stories","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAbout Time: 12 Short Stories by Jack Finney\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the celebrated author of \u003ci\u003eTime and Again\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eFrom Time to Time\u003c\/i\u003e, this collection brings together twelve captivating stories that explore the possibilities and paradoxes of time travel. Jack Finney's \u003ci\u003eAbout Time\u003c\/i\u003e delivers the same blend of imaginative storytelling and gentle humor that made his novels beloved classics of science fiction literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStories of Escape and Discovery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach story in this anthology follows protagonists who find themselves at odds with their present circumstances. These well-meaning characters seek escape through time travel, hoping to find something better in another era. While their journeys don't always unfold as expected, the destinations they reach often reveal unexpected truths about their dreams and desires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eClassic Time Travel Fiction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJack Finney (1911-1995) established himself as a master of time travel narratives with \u003ci\u003eTime and Again\u003c\/i\u003e, and this collection showcases his continued exploration of temporal themes. His approach combines speculative concepts with relatable human emotions, creating stories that work both as science fiction and as character studies. The light comedy woven throughout these tales provides a counterbalance to the philosophical questions they raise about choice, regret, and possibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Science Fiction Readers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis paperback edition from Atria Books offers an accessible entry point for new readers discovering Finney's work, while providing longtime fans another opportunity to experience his distinctive voice. The short story format makes this collection ideal for readers who appreciate quick, self-contained narratives that can be enjoyed in single sittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Jack Finney\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJack Finney's literary career spanned decades and encompassed both thrillers and science fiction. Beyond his time travel novels, he authored \u003ci\u003eInvasion of the Body Snatchers\u003c\/i\u003e, which became a landmark work adapted multiple times for film. His ability to blend everyday settings with extraordinary circumstances created a unique style that influenced generations of speculative fiction writers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout Time\u003c\/i\u003e stands as a testament to Finney's skill in crafting stories that entertain while exploring deeper questions about human nature and the paths we choose—or wish we could choose—in life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cb\u003eFrom the author of \u003ci\u003eTime and Again\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eFrom Time to Time\u003c\/i\u003e comes a collection of twelve moving stories featuring time travel.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ci\u003eAbout Time\u003c\/i\u003e offers a delightful return to the world of time travel and light comedy that distinguished Jack Finney's all-time classic \u003ci\u003eTime and Again\u003c\/i\u003e. The protagonists of these twelve stories are well-meaning but at odds with their surroundings and their lives. The time to which they escape--through time travel--doesn't always fulfill their expectations in the way they had hoped, but sometimes, they can still find their dreams.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFinney, Jack:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Jack Finney (1911-1995) was the author of the much-loved and critically acclaimed novel \u003ci\u003eTime and Again\u003c\/i\u003e, as well as its sequel, \u003ci\u003eFrom Time to Time.\u003c\/i\u003e Best known for his thrillers and science fiction, a number of his books--including \u003ci\u003eInvasion of the Body Snatchers--\u003c\/i\u003ehave been made into movies.","brand":"Atria Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680677990674,"sku":"9780684848662","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/about-time-12-short-stories-9780684848662","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}