Junkyard Planet: Book Guide, Author and Facts
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This novel had its genesis in a much shorter story called "Graveyard of Dreams" (Galaxy, 1958) Piper expanded it to book length, and it appeared in 1963 as Junkyard Planet. Ace later renamed the book The Cosmic Computer for its paperback appearance. This edition returns the book to Piper's original title, Junkyard Planet.Conn Maxwell returns from Terra to his home world of Poictesme, dubbed "The Junkyard Planet" because of all the military equipment left behind after the last war. Conn claims he has found the location of Merlin, a military super-computer rumored to have been left behind. But is Merlin real, or just a myth? And will Conn’s knowledge of the computer save Poictesme -- or tear his world apart?
Quick facts about Junkyard Planet
- Title: Junkyard Planet
- Author: H. Beam Piper
- First published: 1631
- Genre: fiction, science fiction, fiction, science fiction, action & adventure
- OpenLibrary ID: OL579075W
Where to read Junkyard Planet
Junkyard Planet by H. Beam Piper is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Junkyard Planet about?
This novel had its genesis in a much shorter story called "Graveyard of Dreams" (Galaxy, 1958) Piper expanded it to book length, and it appeared in 1963 as Junkyard Planet.
Who wrote Junkyard Planet?
Junkyard Planet was written by H. Beam Piper.
When was Junkyard Planet published?
Junkyard Planet was first published in 1631.
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