* Posts by ripsnark

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Jack Vance: Science fiction’s master of magic, mischief and sex

ripsnark
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RIP Jack

I glad to say I was able to meet Jack years ago. I was one of the VIE members and am a happy owner of one of the rare 44-volumn VIE editions. I was there sitting at his dining room table when one of the Brits in our group informed his wife Norma (who was present that day in lieu of Jack) about the "Wankh" title. She was taken aback and later informed Jack, who promptly decided on the change to Wannek.

I always enjoyed the Dying Earth books, but the Demon Princes is my fave. Check 'em out of you can. The Cadwal and Lyonesse series are probably the most refined of his series, so grab a copy when you get a chance!