The Power of Illusion

This captivating collection from Christopher Anvil features a blend of humorous science fiction adventures, including the full-length novel The Day the Machines Stopped, which explores the impact on humanity when all machines suddenly fail. The narrative follows a man taken by aliens assessing Earth for colonization, armed with advanced technology yet lacking the human skill of bluffing. Additionally, readers will meet Richard Verner, a problem-solver tackling challenges like missile failures and baffling crimes. This anthology delivers an engaging mix of wit and imaginative storytelling.