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The Man Who Folded Himself
The Man Who Folded Himself
Author: David Gerrold
This classic work of science fiction is widely considered to be the ultimate time-travel novel. When Daniel Eakins inherits a time machine, he soon realizes that he has enormous power to shape the course of history. He can foil terrorists, prevent assassinations, or just make some fast money at the racetrack. And if he doesn't like the results o...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780553290066
ISBN-10: 0553290061
Publication Date: 3/1/1991
Pages: 165
Rating:
  • Currently 3.3/5 Stars.
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3.3 stars, based on 9 ratings
Publisher: Spectra
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 9
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A twist on time travel. Not your ordinary time travel book.
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misterbill avatar reviewed The Man Who Folded Himself on + 25 more book reviews
A "classic" in the time-travel genre for a reason. Perhaps not the absolute best one, but pretty darned close and handled the time-travel paradoxes wonderfully.

Though it did get a little heavy on the sex stuff, nothing that graphic, but probably not appropriate for under-12 crowd (under-14? depends on the kid (and the parents ;) ))

If you've not read this and like time travel, you MUST read it.
reviewed The Man Who Folded Himself on + 407 more book reviews
This book was an interesting take on time travel and identity. While I liked the main character, I wish the book had been longer and more detail given to Dan's adventures in different time periods.
carynjac avatar reviewed The Man Who Folded Himself on + 5 more book reviews
This book is a little twisted. I read the whole book but I am not sure I would read his work again.