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Synopsis
In a career spanning more than 50 years, Harlan Ellison has written or edited 75 books, more than 1700 stories, essays, articles and newspaper columns, two dozen teleplays, and a dozen movies. Now, for the first time anywhere, Troublemakers presents a collection of Ellison's classic stories — chosen by the author — that will introduce new readers to a writer described by the New York Times as having "the spellbinding quality of a great nonstop talker, with a cultural warehouse for a mind."
Troublemakers: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
Adult collection featuring Ellison's provocative, often dark speculative fiction with violence, strong language, and mature psychological themes. Known for controversial, boundary-pushing content.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and strong language. Content notes include death, violence, and mental illness (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who appreciate challenging, genre-bending speculative fiction will find Ellison's distinctive voice and social commentary compelling.