ElfQuest Winds of Change & Forty Thousand in Gehenna Vintage Sci-Fi Fantasy Paperbacks Lot Tor DAW 1980s 1990s

A Double Dose of Fantasy and Sci-Fi Adventure

Read two rich and wildly imaginative universes with this vintage paperback duo. Whether you're a fan of epic space colonization stories or tribal elf quests, this pair delivers thrilling escapes that span distant galaxies and ancient mythic lands.

“ElfQuest: Winds of Change” brings together short stories from the world of the Wolfriders, edited by Richard Pini, with illustrations and tales by top fantasy authors like Mercedes Lackey and Janny Wurts.

Meanwhile, in “Forty Thousand in Gehenna,” C.J. Cherryh unfolds a gripping sci-fi saga about a human colony left to evolve—or unravel—on its own.

🔍 Quick Specs

• ElfQuest: Winds of Change – The Blood of Ten Chiefs Vol. 3 (1990) Forty Thousand in Gehenna by C.J. Cherryh (1984)
• Genre: Science Fiction & Fantasy
• Language: English
• Format: Paperback
• Pages:  ElfQuest: 275 pages, Gehenna: 444 pages
  
• Measurements: 7 x 4 x 0.5 inches (each)

📦 Condition

• Pre-owned vintage condition
• ElfQuest: Pencil marks on page ends (see photos)
• Gehenna: Pages tight, moderate age toning
• Covers show shelf wear and spine creases typical of vintage paperbacks

About the Authors

• C.J. Cherryh: A Hugo Award-winning author best known for richly detailed science fiction like the "Foreigner" and "Chanur" series.
• Richard Pini (Editor): Co-creator of ElfQuest, a pioneering indie comic and fantasy series, collaborating with wife Wendy Pini.

These books are ideal for vintage paperback collectors or readers seeking lesser-known gems from the late '80s and early '90s.

Disclaimer
All items are vintage and show signs of age. Photos represent the exact condition—please review them carefully. We pack orders with care to ensure your purchase is protected.

Please Note
These pieces are an estate find and have been surface cleaned, but a more thorough cleaning may be desired.

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