Pattern for Conquest is a science fiction novel by American writer George O. Smith. It was published in 1949 by Gnome Press Reprinted circa 1952 in paper wrappers for distribution to US military personnel. Although a later printing, the first edition statement is retained on the copyright page. [Currey] isfdb Currey
Author | George O. Smith |
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Cover artist | Edd Cartier |
Country | United States |
Language | English |
Genre | Science fiction |
Publisher | Gnome Press |
Publication date | 1949 |
Media type | Print (hardback & paperback) |
Pages | 252 |
OCLC | 1591187 |
The novel concerns Earthmen who are overwhelmed by alien invaders, whom they then attempt to conquer from within.
P. Schuyler Miller reported that the novel showed "that he [Smith] can slip right in with "Skylark" Smith and "World Wreckers" Hamilton and slap the stars around."[1]