Universe 2
Encyclopedia
Universe 2 is an anthology
of original science fiction
short stories edited by Terry Carr
, the second volume in a series
of seventeen. It was first published in paperback by Ace Books
in 1972, with a British hardcover facsimile edition following from Dennis Dobson in 1976.
The book collects thirteen novelettes and short stories by various science fiction authors. As in Universe 1
, each story is accompanied by a full-page illustration by Alicia Austin
. With the change of publisher for Universe 3
and subsequent volumes the illustrations were discontinued.
.
"When We Went to See the End of the World" was nominated for the 1972 Nebula Award for Best Short Story
and the 1973 Hugo Award for Best Short Story
, and placed fourteenth in the 1973 Locus Poll Award for Best Short Fiction
."
"Patron of the Arts" was nominated for the 1972 Nebula Award for Best Novelette
and the 1973 Hugo Award for Best Novelette
, and placed second in the 1973 Locus Poll Award for Best Short Fiction
.
"On the Downhill Side" was nominated for the 1972 Nebula Award for Best Short Story
and placed thirteenth in the 1973 Locus Poll Award for Best Short Fiction
.
Anthology
An anthology is a collection of literary works chosen by the compiler. It may be a collection of poems, short stories, plays, songs, or excerpts...
of original science fiction
Science fiction
Science fiction is a genre of fiction dealing with imaginary but more or less plausible content such as future settings, futuristic science and technology, space travel, aliens, and paranormal abilities...
short stories edited by Terry Carr
Terry Carr
Terry Gene Carr was a U.S. science fiction author, editor, and teacher.Terry Carr was born in Grants Pass, Oregon...
, the second volume in a series
Universe (anthology series)
Universe was a series of seventeen annual science fiction anthologies edited by Terry Carr. It was initially published in paperback by Ace Books , with subsequent volumes published in hardcover by Random House and Doubleday and paperback by Popular Library, Zebra Books and Tor, successively. The...
of seventeen. It was first published in paperback by Ace Books
Ace Books
Ace Books is the oldest active specialty publisher of science fiction and fantasy books. The company was founded in New York City in 1952 by Aaron A. Wyn, and began as a genre publisher of mysteries and westerns...
in 1972, with a British hardcover facsimile edition following from Dennis Dobson in 1976.
The book collects thirteen novelettes and short stories by various science fiction authors. As in Universe 1
Universe 1
Universe 1 is an anthology of original science fiction short stories edited by Terry Carr, the initial volume in a series of seventeen. It was first published in paperback by Ace Books in 1971, with a British hardcover facsimile edition following from Dennis Dobson in 1975.The book collects twelve...
, each story is accompanied by a full-page illustration by Alicia Austin
Alicia Austin
Alicia Austin is a US fantasy and science fiction artist and illustrator. She works in print-making, Prismacolor, pastels and watercolors. B...
. With the change of publisher for Universe 3
Universe 3
Universe 3 is an anthology of original science fiction short stories edited by Terry Carr, the third volume in a series of seventeen. It was first published in hardcover by Random House in 1973, with a Science Fiction Book Club edition following from the same publisher in November of the same year,...
and subsequent volumes the illustrations were discontinued.
Contents
- "Retroactive" (Bob ShawBob ShawBob Shaw, born Robert Shaw, was a science fiction author and fan from Northern Ireland. He was noted for his originality and wit. He won the Hugo Award for Best Fan Writer in 1979 and 1980...
) - "When We Went to See the End of the World" (Robert SilverbergRobert SilverbergRobert Silverberg is an American author, best known for writing science fiction. He is a multiple nominee of the Hugo Award and a winner of the Nebula Award.-Early years:...
) - "Funeral Service" (Gerard F. Conway)
- "A Special Condition in Summit City" (R. A. LaffertyR. A. LaffertyRaphael Aloysius Lafferty was an American science fiction and fantasy writer known for his original use of language, metaphor, and narrative structure, as well as for his etymological wit...
) - "Patron of the Arts" (William RotslerWilliam RotslerWilliam "Bill" Rotsler was an American cartoonist and graphic artist; author of several science fiction novels and short stories, and television and film novelizations, and non-fiction works on a variety of topics, ranging from Star Trek to pornography; a prominent member of science fiction...
) - "Useful Phrases for the Tourist" (Joanna RussJoanna RussJoanna Russ was an American writer, academic and feminist. She is the author of a number of works of science fiction, fantasy and feminist literary criticism such as How to Suppress Women's Writing, as well as a contemporary novel, On Strike Against God, and one children's book, Kittatinny...
) - "On the Downhill Side" (Harlan EllisonHarlan EllisonHarlan Jay Ellison is an American writer. His principal genre is speculative fiction.His published works include over 1,700 short stories, novellas, screenplays, teleplays, essays, a wide range of criticism covering literature, film, television, and print media...
) - "The Other Perceiver" (Pamela SargentPamela SargentPamela Sargent is an American, feminist, science fiction author, and editor. She has an MA in classical philosophy and has won a Nebula Award. She wrote a series concerning the terraforming of Venus that is sometimes compared to Kim Stanley Robinson's Mars trilogy, but predates it...
) - "My Head's in a Different Place, Now" (Grania DavisGrania DavisGrania Davis is an author and editor of science fiction and fantasy novels and short stories. She is also the primary editor of the posthumous work of her late former-husband, Avram Davidson. Her short stories have appeared in various genre magazines, anthologies, and 'best of' collections...
) - "Stalking the Sun" (Gordon EklundGordon EklundGordon Eklund is a Nebula Award-winning, American science fiction author whose works include the "Lord Tedric" series and two of the earliest original novels based on the 1960s Star Trek TV series. He has written under the pen name Wendell Stewart, and in one instance under the name of the late E. E...
) - "The Man Who Waved Hello" (Gardner R. DozoisGardner DozoisGardner Raymond Dozois is an American science fiction author and editor. He was editor of Asimov's Science Fiction magazine from 1984 to 2004...
) - "The Headless Man" (Gene WolfeGene WolfeGene Wolfe is an American science fiction and fantasy writer. He is noted for his dense, allusive prose as well as the strong influence of his Catholic faith, to which he converted after marrying into the religion. He is a prolific short story writer and a novelist, and has won many awards in the...
) - "Tiger Boy" (Edgar PangbornEdgar PangbornEdgar Pangborn was an American mystery, historical, and science fiction author.-Life:Edgar Pangborn was born in New York City on February 25, 1909, to Harry Levi Pangborn, an attorney and dictionary editor, and Georgia Wood Pangborn, a noted writer of supernatural fiction...
)
Awards
The anthology placed second in the 1973 Locus Poll Award for Best Original AnthologyLocus Award
The Locus Award is a literary award established in 1971 and presented to winners of Locus magazine's annual readers' poll. Currently, the Locus Awards are presented at an annual banquet...
.
"When We Went to See the End of the World" was nominated for the 1972 Nebula Award for Best Short Story
Nebula Award for Best Short Story
Winners of the '“Nebula Award for Best Short Story”'. The stated year is that of publication; awards are given in the following year. Winning titles are listed first, with other nominees listed below.-Winners and nominees:-External links:* *...
and the 1973 Hugo Award for Best Short Story
Hugo Award for Best Short Story
The Hugo Awards are given every year by the World Science Fiction Society for the best science fiction or fantasy works and achievements of the previous year. The award is named after Hugo Gernsback, the founder of the pioneering science fiction magazine Amazing Stories, and was once officially...
, and placed fourteenth in the 1973 Locus Poll Award for Best Short Fiction
Locus Award
The Locus Award is a literary award established in 1971 and presented to winners of Locus magazine's annual readers' poll. Currently, the Locus Awards are presented at an annual banquet...
."
"Patron of the Arts" was nominated for the 1972 Nebula Award for Best Novelette
Nebula Award for Best Novelette
Winners of the Nebula Award for best Novelette. The stated year is that of publication; awards are given in the following year. Winning titles are listed first, with other nominees listed below.-External links:* * *...
and the 1973 Hugo Award for Best Novelette
Hugo Award for Best Novelette
The Hugo Awards are given every year by the World Science Fiction Society for the best science fiction or fantasy works and achievements of the previous year. The award is named after Hugo Gernsback, the founder of the pioneering science fiction magazine Amazing Stories, and was once officially...
, and placed second in the 1973 Locus Poll Award for Best Short Fiction
Locus Award
The Locus Award is a literary award established in 1971 and presented to winners of Locus magazine's annual readers' poll. Currently, the Locus Awards are presented at an annual banquet...
.
"On the Downhill Side" was nominated for the 1972 Nebula Award for Best Short Story
Nebula Award for Best Short Story
Winners of the '“Nebula Award for Best Short Story”'. The stated year is that of publication; awards are given in the following year. Winning titles are listed first, with other nominees listed below.-Winners and nominees:-External links:* *...
and placed thirteenth in the 1973 Locus Poll Award for Best Short Fiction
Locus Award
The Locus Award is a literary award established in 1971 and presented to winners of Locus magazine's annual readers' poll. Currently, the Locus Awards are presented at an annual banquet...
.