This collection spans Zelazny’s impressive range—from bittersweet space opera and haunting mythic tales to witty, lyrical explorations of life and death. Featuring celebrated works like “The Doors of His Face, the Lamps of His Mouth,” “For a Breath I Tarry,” “Home Is the Hangman,” and “The Last Defender of Camelot,” it offers an immersive journey through his themes of mortality, identity, and transformation. With each story showing his masterful storytelling, this anthology is a definitive tribute to his legacy.

Reviews

“A superbly intelligent writer.” — Kirkus Reviews
“A paragon of the storytelling art.” — Robert Silverberg
“Zelazny’s authority never falters, and nor does the charisma of his voice.” — Locus

Book Title: The Best of Roger Zelazny
Book Genre:  Science Fiction, Fantasy, Short Stories
ISBN: 9781473235007
Pages: 496
Publishing Date: 26 October 2023
Publisher: Orion