A TOWN IS DROWNING,
by Frederik Pohl and C. M. KornbluthOriginally published in 1955.
INTRODUCTIONFrederik Pohl (1919-2013) and C.M. Kornbluth (1920-1958) need no introduction to longtime science fiction readers. Separately, they were two of the greatest writers of their generation, authors of countless classics (both in short form and novel length). But when they collaborated—as they often did—they work reached new heights.
I wasn’t aware of A Town in Drowning until recently, and it’s a solid disaster novel, written in the Pohl & Kornbluth fast-paced style. Although not really science fiction (unless you count climate change as science fiction), it’s a strong addition to their body of work, enjoyable for all who read the “disaster novel” genre, or just want to watch two masters trying
