Vancelot: Jack Vance in Review Introduction

Vancelot: Jack Vance in Review is a comprehensive blog dedicated to exploring the extraordinary imagination of Jack Vance—one of the most inventive and influential voices in science fiction and fantasy.

Here you'll find detailed reviews of virtually every published work by Vance, from his earliest short stories and novelettes to his acclaimed novellas, novels, and collections. The blog's 261 posts begins with useful overviews, bibliographies, and lists of Vance's writings, followed by in-depth coverage of books and publications about Vance's writings, major story collections, and then individual reviews of each short story, novelette, novella and novel. Use the search function at the top to quickly find any specific work or click on the connections at these sites for links. 

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The writer of this blog, TJ Jones, is an avid reader who consistently reads 100 to 150+ books per year—a practice he has maintained since 1968. Jack Vance is not just his favorite writer in science fiction and fantasy; he ranks among TJ’s all-time favorite authors, period. TJ has carefully read every one of Vance’s published works at least twice (many works far more times), and is convinced that Vance’s baroque style, wry humor, vivid worlds, and unforgettable characters place him among the true giants of imaginative fiction.

Corrections, comments, and suggestions are welcome and may be sent to: nipohc1760@live[dot]com

Special thanks to John Vance, Koen Vyverman, and Steve Sherman for their expert insights, answers, and support.