Ice Iron and Gold

About this book

Egyptian chariots carry shotgunners and haul heavy cannon into battle Roman centurions fight at the whims of bug-eyed monsters vigilant National Guardsmen hold the line against cannibalistic illegal aliens and American soldiers wander savage lands leading a massive AI -controlled BOLO tank as they struggle to return home to a United States that no longer exists. Through themes of duty honor and fortitude under fire New York Times best-selling author S. M. Stirling presents thirteen stories of military men and women pushed to the point where myth and technology collide. Showcasing Stirlings trademark military action jargon-heavy dialogue and conflictdriven storytelling these thrilling tales of alternate histories apocalyptic futures and hard-driving military Science Fiction demonstrate why Stirling has long been a fan favorite. Ice Iron and Gold the first short fiction collection by S. M. Stirling features Something for Yew an original novella set in Stirlings Emberverse (Dies the Fire) and Riding Shotgun to Armageddon a short story set within the universe of his Nantucket series (Island in the Sea of Time). An essential collection for Stirling fans and a perfect introduction for new readers Ice Iron and Gold gathers together evocative and insightful tales certain to thrill shock and astound.