Upsetting the Balance by Harry Turtledove -1996 1st Edition 1st Printing

Description: "Upsetting the Balance" by Harry Turtledove - 1996 stated First Edition with print line complete so 1st Printing Fractured history, "A novel of alternative history using historical characters from WW II"SynopsisCommunist China, Japan, Nazi Germany, the United States: they began World War II as mortal enemies. But suddenly their only hope for survival--never mind victory--was to unite to stop a mighty foe--one whose frightening technology appeared invincible. Far worse beings than the Nazis were loose. From Warsaw to Moscow to China's enemy-occupied Forbidden City, the nations of the world had been forced into an uneasy alliance since humanity began its struggle against overwhelming odds. In Britain and Germany, where the banshee wail of hostile jets screamed across the land, caches of once-forbidden weapons were unearthed, and unthinkable tactics were employed against the enemy. Brilliantly innovative military strategists confronted challenges unprecedented in the history of warfare. Even as lack of fuel forced people back to horse and carriage, physicists worked feverishly to create the first atomic bombs--with horrifying results. City after city joined the radioactive pyre as the planet erupted in fiery ruins. Yet the crisis continued--on land, sea, and in the air--as humanity writhed in global combat. The tactics of daredevil guerrillas everywhere became increasingly ingenious against a superior foe whose desperate retaliation would grow ever more fearsome. No one had ever put the United States, or the world, in such deadly danger. But if the carnage and annihilation ever stopped, would there be any pieces to pick up?,Russia, Communist China, Japan, Nazi Germany, the United States: they began World War II as mortal enemies. But suddenly their only hope for survival - never mind victory - was to unite to stop a mighty foe - one whose frightening technology appeared invincible. Far worse beings than the Nazis were loose. From Warsaw to Moscow to China's enemy-occupied Forbidden City, the nations of the world had been forced into an uneasy alliance since humanity began its struggle against overwhelming odds. In Britain and Germany, where the banshee wail of hostile jets screamed across the land, caches of once-forbidden weapons were unearthed, and unthinkable tactics were employed against the enemy. Brilliantly innovative military strategists confronted challenges unprecedented in the history of warfare. Like new, gift quality, see photos. NO stock photos used. Shipping is Free to buyer. No International shipping. TERMS-PLEASE READ BEFORE YOU BID. EMAIL ANY QUESTIONS BEFORE YOU BID, I WILL ANSWER ASAP. I FOLLOW ALL EBAY RULES OF CONTACT AFTER THE SALE AND I EXPECT THE SAME FROM MY CUSTOMERS. IF YOU ARE THE WINNING BIDDER, COMMUNICATION IS VERY IMPORTANT SO I'LL KNOW YOU INTEND TO COMPLETE THE PURCHASE. Winners will be contacted with payment details within 24 hours of auction end, often within an hour. Once I have sent you an invoice with total cost, PLEASE reply by emailing me your shipping info so I'll know you got the invoice. If there is a problem with an item or shipment please contact me and give me a chance to straighten it out before leaving negative feedback. I am proud of my feedback record, I got it by giving personal attention to each order from start to finish.

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