Eric Frank Russell (1905–1978) was a famous English science fiction writer. Who among you does not know the name of Eric Frank Russell? Indeed, it is probably difficult to find a science fiction fan in our country who is not familiar with the name of the man on whose books we all grew up, generation after generation. The author of the stories “My Shadow and I” and “Sky, Sky”, “Touchstone” and “The Thinker” - and many other works that literally introduced us all to the “golden age” of English-language fiction? An author who is subtle, wise and frankly, cheerfully ironic? Before you is Eric Russell in his best, brilliant form. Before you is “Mad World.” Are you - are you personally - sure that our Earth will not one day turn into a total “psychiatric hospital of the Universe”? In front of you is “Wasp”. Incredible, mischievous, fascinating adventures of a “space super agent” sent to a distant planet... Before you is “Marathon”. People, aliens and robots - in imaginable and unimaginable plot combinations. Fans of classic science fiction! Don't miss it! Contents: Marathon (cycle) Mad World Wasp Sentinels of the Universe Consider him dead Closest relative Sinister barrier Mind Thieves Stories and tales (collection) Restless Coffins of Barbados (article) Fiery Rite (article )Sea monsters (essay)