From a spooky Civil War battlefield, through a Vietnam war theme park and the all-powerful brain of an autistic boy, to the harrowing story of psychovampires - this is a journey into a world of fear and mystery, a mental twilight zone where a visit will give you chills.

Dan Simmons is an extraordinary artist whom few can compare to in his chosen field. His unlimited talent forces him to constantly cross the boundaries of genres, and at the same time allows him to irritate minds and touch hearts. Today we present a collection of his excellent stories, dazzling masterpieces of broadly understood fantasy (including "Orphans of Helix", a Locus-awarded return to the Hyperion universe), the author of which shows off his unique mastery of style, breathtaking ingenuity and flawless execution. This is one of the true giants of modern fantasy.

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