The Humanoids - Jack Williamson

On the plant Wing IV, a brilliant scientist creates humanoids--sleek black androids programmed to serve humanity. But they follow their program with ruthless efficiency, and the planet's inhabitants soon succumb to the humanoid's velvet-gloved tyranny. Only a group of rebels on a distant world can stem the humanoid tide--if it's not already too late.

n nOn the far planet Wing IV, a brilliant scientist creates the humanoids--sleek black androids programmed to serve humanity. n nBut are they perfect servants--or perfect masters? n nSlowly the humanoids spread throughout the galaxy, threatening to stifle all human endeavor.

Only a hidden group of rebels can stem the humanoid tide...if it's not already too late. n nFist published in Astounding Science Fiction during the magazine's heyday, The Humanoids--sceince fiction grand master Jack Williamson's finest novel--has endured for fifty years as a classic on the theme of natural versus artificial life. n nAlso included in this edition is the prelude novelette, With Folded Hands, which was chosen for the Science Fiction Hall of Fame.n