Thieves' World Series by Robert Lynn Asprin, Lynn Abbey, John Brunner, Poul Anderson, Andrew J. Offutt, Joe Haldeman, Marion Zimmer Bradley, Christine DeWees, C.J. Cherryh, Diana L. Paxson, Janet E. Morris, Philip José Farmer, David Drake, A.E. van Vogt, Robin Wayne Bailey, Diane Duane, Chris Morris, Mark C. Perry, Jon DeCles, Duane McGowen

Oct. 1979 ACE mass market paperback,2nd impression, no ISBN. Robert Asprin, Lynn Abbey. A fantasy anthology with a twist. All different stories from different authors, all in the same town.

Take - Philip Jose Farmer, A.E. Van Vogt, Robert Lynn Asprin, Lynn Abbey, Janet Morris, David Drake and Andrew J. Offutt. Give them Sanctuary, one seedy town, the meanest, most dangerous in all the worlds of fantasy. Plus, the right to use (but not use up) each other's characters and a mighty will to out-do each other's stories... moreTake - Philip Jose Farmer, A.E. Van Vogt, Robert Lynn Asprin, Lynn Abbey, Janet Morris, David Drake and Andrew J. Offutt. Give them Sanctuary, one seedy town, the meanest, most dangerous in all the worlds of fantasy. Plus, the right to use (but not use up) each other's characters and a mighty will to out-do each other's stories. The Result? Tales from the Vulgar Unicorn, the second volume of a unique anthology series that has captured the imaginations of fans, critics, and authors from coast to coast. (Volume One, THIEVES WORLD, spent three months on the LOCUS SF Bestseller List!) Join us, but be warned: Keep one hand on your money and the other on your sword; in Sanctuary they play for keeps.The Thieves' World anthologies are an interesting concept in the fantasy realm. Unlike normal anthologies which are put together due to some minor thing, this anthology series features a fully fledged and thought out corner of a fantasy world called Sanctuary. Sanctuary is a city at the far southern corner of the empire which happens to be where all the less-than-law-abiding citizens of the world tend to congregate. As in all real cities, there are various areas that cater to the various socio-economic classes. There is also a hierarchy of gods and of citizens who all answer to the prince and his chief law enforcers known as Hell-Hounds.The world's top fantasy writers spin stories and loop the loop with each other's characters in Tales from the Vulgar Unicorn, the second collection in this unique anthology series set in the amazing city of Sanctuary, where you can enjoy the quiet elegance of Ambrosia House; sample bizarre pleasures at the House of Whips; sip ale in the Vulgar Unicorn, and listen to some of the most strange, dangerous, magical and deadly tales ever told...The common theme of this second volume in the series is the Rankan god Vashanka and his exploits within the realm of Sanctuary. Since each of the stories is written by a different author, it is fascinating to see how the same characters appear and act in the various stories. There are some common themes which are the contributions of Robert Asprin. They are mainly the overall structure and idea of Sanctuary and the character of Hakiem. Additionally, Asprin contributes one of the stories and an epilogue.Contents: * Thieves' World (maps) (1979) • interior artwork by James Odbert [as by Jim Odbert] * Editor's Note (Tales from the Vulgar Unicorn) (1980) • essay by Robert Asprin * Introduction (Tales from the Vulgar Unicorn) [Thieves' World] (1980) • essay by Robert Asprin * Spiders of the Purple Mage [Thieves' World] (1980) / novella by Philip José Farmer * Goddess [Thieves' World] (1980) / novelette by David Drake * The Fruit of Enlibar [Thieves' World] (1980) / novelette by Lynn Abbey * The Dream of the Sorceress [Thieves' World] (1980) / novelette by A. E. van Vogt * Vashanka's Minion [The Sacred Band of Stepsons] (1980) / novelette by Janet Morris * Shadow's Pawn [Thieves' World] (1980) / novelette by Andrew J. Offutt * To Guard the Guardians [Thieves' World] (1980) / novelette by Robert Asprin [as by Robert Lynn Asprin] * The Lighter Side of Sanctuary (1980) • essay by Robert Asprin.. less

Contains all of the stories of the first two Thieves' World anthologies (Thieves' World and Tales of the Vulgar Unicorn), with additional material.Return to the Olden Days of Sanctuary!Sanctuary, a seedy, backwater town governed by evil forces, powerful magic, and political intrigueSee how Thieves' World all began!Classic stories by:Robert Lynn AsprinLynn AbbeyPoul AndersonMarion Zimmer BradleyJohn BrunnerDavid DrakePhilip Jose FarmerJoe HaldemanJanet MorrisAndrew J. OffuttA. E.van Vogt

In the beginning there was Thieves' World, a book so popular that it earned a panel all its own at the World Science Fiction Convention. Then came Tales form the Vulgar Unicorn.. moreIn the beginning there was Thieves' World, a book so popular that it earned a panel all its own at the World Science Fiction Convention. Then came Tales form the Vulgar Unicorn...And now "Shadows of Sanctuary", Sanctuary, the meanest, seediest town in all of fantasy, has captured the imaginations of some of the most popular writers in all of fantasy - ROBERT ASPRIN, LYNN ABBEY, ANDREW J OFFUTT, VONDA N MCINTYRE, JANET MORRIS, C J CHERRYHJoin them, and the characters you came to love in previous books, in this third volume of the most unique series in science fiction.Contents:* Introduction - Robert Asprin* Ischade - C.J. Cherryh* A Gift in Parting - Robert Asprin* The Vivisectionist - Andrew Offutt* The Rhinoceros and the Unicorn - Diana L. Paxson* Then Azyuna Danced - Lynn Abbey* A Man and his God - Janet Morris* Essay: Things the Editor Never Told Me - Lynn Abbey less

Stories portray the strange adventures of petty thieves, swordsmen, and wizards as war comes to the small town of Sanctuary.

Keep one hand on your money and the other on your sword! Wings of Omen (original anthology 6) moves the town of Sanctuary into an open guerilla conflict on the street. The city of Sanctuary, located on Thieves' World at the edge of the Rankan Empire, is a city of outlaws and adventurers in a world of war and wizardry... a place where many are downtrodden and where the invading Rankan gods and the Ilsigi gods they had ousted struggle for primacy... moreKeep one hand on your money and the other on your sword! Wings of Omen (original anthology 6) moves the town of Sanctuary into an open guerilla conflict on the street. The city of Sanctuary, located on Thieves' World at the edge of the Rankan Empire, is a city of outlaws and adventurers in a world of war and wizardry... a place where many are downtrodden and where the invading Rankan gods and the Ilsigi gods they had ousted struggle for primacy.Contents: Editorial Clarification • essay by editors Thieves' World (map) • interior artwork by James Odbert [as by Jim Odbert] Introduction (1979) (Wings of Omen) / short fiction by Robert Asprin What Women Do Best (1984) [The Sacred Band of Stepsons] / novelette by Chris Morris and Janet Morris Daughter of the Sun (1984) / novelette by Robin W. Bailey] A Breath of Power (1984) / novelette by Diana L. Paxson The Hand That Feeds You (1984) / novelette by Diane Duane Witching Hour (1984) / novelette by C. J. Cherryh Rebels Aren't Born in Palaces (1984) / novelette by Andrew J. Offutt Gyskouras (1984) [Thieves' World] / novelette by Lynn Abbey A Fish Without Feathers Is Out of His Depth (1984)/ short story by Robert Asprin A Special Note from the Editors • essay by Lynn Abbey and Robert Asprin. less

Welcome to Sanctuary, a city of outlaws and adventurers in a world of war and wizardry, peopled with colorful characters created by today's top fantasy adventure talents, including: Robert W. BaileyC. J. CherryhDiane DuaneJanet MorrisAndrew OffuttDiana L. PaxsonLynn AbbeyRobert Lynn Asprin In this awesome seventh volume, a fearful cold grips Sanctuary, and the risen dead begin to outnumber the living, a new alliance that may save the war-torn Borderlands is born.. moreWelcome to Sanctuary, a city of outlaws and adventurers in a world of war and wizardry, peopled with colorful characters created by today's top fantasy adventure talents, including: Robert W. BaileyC. J. CherryhDiane DuaneJanet MorrisAndrew OffuttDiana L. PaxsonLynn AbbeyRobert Lynn Asprin In this awesome seventh volume, a fearful cold grips Sanctuary, and the risen dead begin to outnumber the living, a new alliance that may save the war-torn Borderlands is born... Contents:* Dramatis Personae - Lynn Abbey* Introduction - Robert Lynn Asprin* Hell to Pay - Janet Morris* The Veiled Lady, or A Look at the Normal Folk - Andrew Offutt* The God-Chosen - Lynn Abbey* Keeping Promises - Robin W. Bailey* Armies of the Night - C.J. Cherryh* Down by the Riverside - Diane Duane* When the Spirit Moves You - Robert Lynn Asprin* The Color of Magic - Diana L. Paxson * Afterword - Andrew Offutt less

Welcome to Sanctuary, a city of outlaws and adventurers in a world of war and wizardry, peopled with colorful characters created by today's top fantasy adventure talents, including: Lynn AbbeyC.J. CherryhJanet Morris In this dramatic eighth volume, Tempus returns to Sanctuary, a city ravaged by war and upheaval, seething with crime and chaos - a dark bedlam of magic forces thrown out of balance, and disasters, both natural and unnatural.. moreWelcome to Sanctuary, a city of outlaws and adventurers in a world of war and wizardry, peopled with colorful characters created by today's top fantasy adventure talents, including: Lynn AbbeyC.J. CherryhJanet Morris In this dramatic eighth volume, Tempus returns to Sanctuary, a city ravaged by war and upheaval, seething with crime and chaos - a dark bedlam of magic forces thrown out of balance, and disasters, both natural and unnatural... Contents:* Dramatis Personae - Lynn Abbey * Power Play - Janet Morris * Dagger in the Mind - C.J. Cherryh * Children of All Ages - Lynn Abbey * Death in the Meadow - C.J. Cherryh * The Small Powers that Endure - Lynn Abbey * Pillar of Fire - Janet Morris less

Welcome to Sanctuary, a city of outlaws and adventurers in a world of war and wizardry, peopled with colorful characters created by today's top fantasy adventure talents, including: Lynn Abbey Robert Lynn Asprin John Brunner David Drake Janet Morris Andrew Offutt Mark C. PerryIn this explosive tenth volume, Tempus and the Stepsons abandon the war-torn city of Sanctuary - as vicious rivalries emerge from the rubble. The fate of the city hangs in the balance. The struggle for power begins.. moreWelcome to Sanctuary, a city of outlaws and adventurers in a world of war and wizardry, peopled with colorful characters created by today's top fantasy adventure talents, including: Lynn Abbey Robert Lynn Asprin John Brunner David Drake Janet Morris Andrew Offutt Mark C. PerryIn this explosive tenth volume, Tempus and the Stepsons abandon the war-torn city of Sanctuary - as vicious rivalries emerge from the rubble. The fate of the city hangs in the balance. The struggle for power begins...Contents:* Dramatis Personae - Lynn Abbey* Introduction - Robert Lynn Asprin* Cade - Mark C. Perry* Wake of the Riddler - Janet Morris* Inheritor - David Drake* Mercy Worse Than None - John Brunner* Seeing is Believing (But Love is Blind) - Lynn Abbey* Homecoming - Andrew Offutt less

Welcome to Sanctuary, a city of outlaws and adventurers in a world of war and wizardry, peopled with colorful characters created by today's top fantasy adventure talents, including: Lynn AbbeyRobert Lynn AsprinC.J. CherryhAndrew J. Offutt In this dramatic final adventure, clouds of war gather over Sanctuary once again. And as warriors prepare for battle, thieves eagerly await a great dust storm to envelop the city... moreWelcome to Sanctuary, a city of outlaws and adventurers in a world of war and wizardry, peopled with colorful characters created by today's top fantasy adventure talents, including: Lynn AbbeyRobert Lynn AsprinC.J. CherryhAndrew J. Offutt In this dramatic final adventure, clouds of war gather over Sanctuary once again. And as warriors prepare for battle, thieves eagerly await a great dust storm to envelop the city. For then they can silently strike, slipping in and out of the raging currents of the storm... Contents:* Dramatis Personae - Lynn Abbey * Introduction - Robert Lynn Asprin * Night Work - Andrew Offutt * The Incompetent Audience - John DeCles * Our Vintage Years - Duane McGowen * Quicksilver Dreams - Diana L. Paxson * Winds of Fortune - C.J. Cherryh * The Fire in a God's Eye - Robin Wayne Bailey * Web Weavers - Lynn Abbey * To Begin Again - Robert Lynn Asprin less