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The face (The complete works of Jack Vance)
Jack Vance • 1979 • Grafton
- Author
- Jack Vance
- First published
- 1979
- Publisher
- Grafton
- Genres
- Science fiction · Fiction
- ISBN
- 9780879979218
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The Face is a seminal work of science fiction written by Jack Vance, originally published in 1979 as the fourth installment of the Demon Princes series. Set in a meticulously crafted universe, the narrative follows Kirth Gersen on his quest to track down the titular villain, Lens Larque. The novel exemplifies Vance’s signature style, characterized by sophisticated vocabulary, intricate world-building, and a distinct blend of planetary romance with hard-edged revenge themes.
This edition was published by Grafton during a period when Vance’s work was gaining broader international recognition for its literary quality within the genre. The design reflects the aesthetic sensibilities of late seventies British paperback publishing, intended to position Vance as a serious stylist whose narrative ambition extended far beyond conventional space opera. It remains a hallmark of the series, celebrated for its exploration of identity and the complex sociopolitical landscapes that define Vance's Oikumene.
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