{"title":"Series: Old Man’s War","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enthralling universe of the \u003cem\u003eOld Man’s War\u003c\/em\u003e series, a captivating journey into the realms of science fiction and fantasy. Written by the acclaimed author John Scalzi, this series invites readers to explore a future where age is no barrier, and the cosmos is a vast battlefield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the series is the concept that senior citizens can enlist in the Colonial Defense Forces to defend humanity across the galaxy, trading their experience and wisdom for a chance at rejuvenation. With his characteristic blend of humour, action, and thought-provoking themes, Scalzi crafts a narrative that delves into the philosophical questions of identity, youth, and the essence of humanity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe series begins with \u003cem\u003eOld Man’s War\u003c\/em\u003e, where we meet John Perry, who at seventy-five decides to take up the offer of new beginnings among the stars. As he embarks on this unexpected adventure, he discovers that the universe is both astonishingly vast and fraught with danger. This book sets the stage for a saga that combines emotional depth with thrilling action, making it perfect for fans of speculative fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the intricate layers of interstellar diplomacy and the moral complexities of warfare in subsequent novels, including intriguing titles like \u003cem\u003eThe Shattering Peace\u003c\/em\u003e. Each book in the series builds a comprehensive and compelling world, rich with diverse alien cultures and intriguing political plots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a long-time science fiction aficionado or new to the genre, the \u003cem\u003eOld Man’s War\u003c\/em\u003e series offers a masterful blend of imagination and intellectual intrigue, inviting you to ponder what it truly means to be human.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-shattering-peace-by-john-scalzi-9781509835393","title":"The Shattering Peace","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple New York Times bestseller John Scalzi brings us a fast-paced adventure set in the far-future. \u003cem\u003eThe Shattering Peace\u003c\/em\u003e is a much-anticipated return to Scalzi's beloved Old Man's War universe. As peace turns to war, a galaxy prepares to fight...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor a decade, peace has reigned in interstellar space. A tripartite agreement between the Colonial Union, the Earth, and the alien Conclave has kept war at bay - despite some yearning to revisit the fighting of former times. But now, a looming civil war threatens this hard-won peace. The Consu, the most advanced intelligent species humans have ever met, is on the cusp of a species-defining war. This war is between Consu factions, but nothing the Consu ever does is just about them. The Colonial Union, the Earth, and the Conclave have been unwillingly dragged into the conflict - and in the most surprising of ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGretchen Trujillo is an unimportant mid-level diplomat, working for the Colonial Union bureaucracy. Until, that is, she's called to take part in a secret mission. This will involve representatives from every powerful faction in space. And what she discovers could redefine the destinies of humans and aliens alike... or destroy them all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for the Old Man's War sequence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Scalzi is one of the slickest writers that SF has ever produced' - Wall Street Journal\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'Clever dialogue, fast-paced story and strong characters' - The Times\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Old Man's War novels:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eOld Man's War\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Ghost Brigades\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Last Colony\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eZoe's Tale\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Human Division\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe End of All Things\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Shattering Peace\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46671355019500,"sku":"9781509835393","price":37.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/f4095fa20dbbc7a0b282dd6c5ac8779c.jpg?v=1752989500"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/series-old-man-s-war.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}