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The Masks of Time
Published 1968 by Ballantine Books · 252 pages
Nebula · 1969
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18 award entries · 10 books · 1 wins · 1968–1981
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Synopsis
A mysterious, seemingly superhuman visitor named Vornan-19 appears in 1998, claiming to be from the year 2999. As he captivates the public with his charm and apparent miracles, a team of scientists is assigned to study him, but they find themselves torn apart by jealousy, desire, and doubt about whether he is genuine.
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