Patternist Survivor, Book 4 (Paperback)

<p><b>Returning to print after nearly 50 years, </b><i><b>Survivor </b></i><b>completes Octavia E. Butler's thrilling Patternist series, including a short story from the Patternist saga and new historical essays from a major Butler scholar.</b></p><p> This deluxe edition includes: </p><ul><li> An incredible new cover and package </li><li> Premium French flaps and newly designed, full color interior covers </li><li> High-quality paper with elegant deckled-edges<br></li></ul><p> The Patternist books (<i>Wild Seed</i>, <i>Mind of My Mind</i>, <i>Clay's Ark</i>, and <i>Patternmaster</i>) comprise Butler's longest, most complex series, stretching from late 17th century Africa to outer space in the far future, as rival factions of humanity develop incredible powers--only to use them to subjugate others. For nearly half a century, the fourth volume, <i>Survivor</i>, has been out of print at Octavia E. Butler's request. </p><p> It tells the story of Alanna, a colonist fleeing a plague-scarred Earth. But the planet she lands on is inhabited by the alien Kohn, whose battling tribes soon trap Alanna in their war. She must make alliances--while plotting betrayals. She must protect her heart--while putting it at risk. And she must decide if the best way to retain her humanity ... is to leave it behind. </p><p> Now, <i>Survivor</i> is put into its proper historical context thanks to contributions from scholar and Octavia E. Butler Fellow Alyssa Collins. This long-awaited volume also contains "A Necessary Being," the only short fiction set in the Patternist universe, to finally, fully bring together and complete the Patternist series for readers everywhere. </p>

• 9781538766170
• Octavia E Butler
• Fiction
• Format: Paperback
• Publication Date: 2026-09-01
• Page Count: 320