Résultats pour "Poul Anderson" dans Sciences sociales et politiques

In 100 B.C., the Cimbrian hordes thunder across the dawn of history, clashing violently with the formidable Roman legions. Under the leadership of Chief Boierik and his son Eodan, these desperate pagan tribes battle fiercely for a land to call their own. Despite their relentless spirit, the Cimbri face devastation at the hands of the Romans, culminating in a crushing defeat at Vercellae that leaves only a handful of survivors. Among them is Eodan, a proud young chieftain who finds himself thrust into a life of slavery after losing everything his infant son murdered and his beloved wife, Hwicca...

Our feelings towards others and even inanimate objects are often shaped by associations that may seem unrelated. A change of heart is frequently just a shift in these complex connections that influence our perspective. Imagine if these associations could be intentionally modified by the individual in charge of the process... (from the Blurb)

In Sensitive Man, Poul Anderson takes us on a thought-provoking journey into the depths of human potential. What if we could harness the power of psychology to gain control over our automatic reactions—those instinctive responses driven by anger, fear, and our very biology? Imagine a world where our emotions, hormones, and even our blood pressure could be influenced by our reason and intellect. In this gripping tale, one extraordinary man stands against a power-hungry cabal bent on world domination, armed with talents that defy the norm. Join us as we explore these profound questions and...

In the gripping tale of Security, a compartmentalized government physicist is coerced by secret police to spearhead experiments for a groundbreaking weapon. Transported to a clandestine space station, he finds himself at the helm of a project shrouded in mystery and betrayal. As spies lurk in every shadow, the line between patriotism and treachery blurs, leaving him to question not only his mission but his very loyalty. This captivating story, crafted by Golden Age Science Fiction and Fantasy author Poul Anderson, first graced the pages of Space Science Fiction in February 1953.

In a distant future, Earth continues its orbit around the Sun, a forgotten speck in the galaxy, irrelevant to its trillions of descendants. Yet, for the few million who remain, life is a tapestry of simplicity and quiet joy. But when interstellar politics demands their departure from Earth, the story unfolds in unexpected ways. Join the legendary Poul Anderson as he delves into the significance of Earth to humanity, focusing on one mans poignant journey. (Summary by Phil Chenevert)

In a not-so-distant future, Earth has fallen under the iron grip of the Valgolians, a humanoid race that extracts heavy taxes, controls industries, and meddles in every facet of life. As rumors of their brutal regime and horrific massacres spread, a flicker of rebellion ignites among the patriots yearning for freedom. Yet, not everyone shares this desire for liberation; the end of nationalistic wars has brought an unexpected peace, and access to healthcare is now widespread. Amidst this complex landscape, a faction of elite intellectuals conspires to overthrow their oppressors, but their ...

By the end of the 21st century, a deep-state human-systems organization, the Psychotechnic Institute, has begun melding neuroscience and psychoanalytics to create the foundation for generations of more peaceful, more powerful, more "sensitive" human beings. In Poul Anderson's 1954 science-fiction thriller, The Sensitive Man, one such human, Simon Dalgetty, is on the trail of brutal men who kidnapped Michael Tighe, keeper of the keys to the Institute's secrets, and, thus, to the fate of world order.