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The Still, Small Voice of Trumpets Kindle Edition

by Lloyd Biggle Jr. (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 69 ratings
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The IPR Bureau (whose motto is "Democracy imposed from without is the severest form of tyranny") works to bring newly discovered planets up to the point where they have a planetary democratic government and then induct them into the galactic federation. Unfortunately, the planet Furnil offers problems. The continent of Kurr has a well-entrenched monarchy, and the citizens seem little inclined to change. In fact, they immerse themselves in art rather than politics...and have been doing so for more than 400 years! So what's a poor IPR agent to do...? Classic science fiction!
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    208 pages
  2. Language
    English
  3. Publication date
    July 22, 2012
  4. File size
    474 KB
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B008O91A9O
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wildside Press (July 22, 2012)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 22, 2012
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 474 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 208 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 69 ratings

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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ginnyk
5.0 out of 5 stars I recommend it highly
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2015
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I have read and re-read this book several times. It is a well-told story of how to bring about democracy from within, on an alien plant. The hero goes through many travails and dangers, and eventually reaches the goal. The story is well-written, and very plausible. I recommend it highly.

One advantage our hero has is that although his government agency doesn't give him permission for his experiment, they don't try to stop him after he starts and don't hamper him. He goes through many trials and travails, some life-threatening, but in the end achieves his goal for this planet. Would that it could be as simple for our own planet.
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BigOrangeDave
4.0 out of 5 stars it only takes one arm to play a trumpet
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2022
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This was my first exposure to the author. It won’t be my last.

According to his biography, he has a musical background. He put it to good use in this unique tale of a world which has managed to defy the goals of a galactic organization to bring it democracy. This organization has very specific rules about non-interference; including the rule of one.

The introduction of a simple trumpet fits within that rule and makes all the difference. This story explains exactly how that happens. The planet is brought to life effectively. The machinations of the galactic organization are equally documented and provide the context for the story. All in all, it’s a good read!
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Deborah
5.0 out of 5 stars Still a great read!
Reviewed in the United States on September 21, 2012
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I first read Still Small Voice of Trumpets over 40 years ago, and only recently re-discovered it. An interesting and unique look at an alien culture and its reaction to a visit from humans.
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Robin
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2016
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Read many times and will read it again. One of my very favorite books. Glad to get it on digital.
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aAlabamaDill
4.0 out of 5 stars I can almost guarantee that it will surprise you.
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2016
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Older sci fi, very imaginative, original concepts, somewhat sarcastic (my favorite) slant on bureaucracy. Liked the twists of the plot, not expected, but fun. Doubt I will reread it, but glad it was recommended to me. Reminder to not assume another culture uses the premises you believe in.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful
Reviewed in the United States on November 7, 2014
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This is one of my favorite Biggle books. Enjoyed it as much rereading it as I did when I first read it in paper.
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Koren55
5.0 out of 5 stars A talented old school writer
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2013
While a student in college during the 1970s, I first came across one of Mr. Lloyd Biggle Jr.'s novels. He quickly became one of my favorite authors. His books, though not thick diatribes on the nature, or future, of man, were none the less quick, and satisfying reads. His novels not only provided entertainment, but also provoked thoughts on the many issues that we, as a culture, faced at the time. Re-reading them today, still delights my senses, still sends me on Intergalactic adventures with Jan Darzek, and brings me the hope that yes, Humanity still has a chance to reach the Stars.

His books continue to be thought provoking, and I always seem to find, or realize, something I never found in one of his novels before - that always makes me smile, and wonder why I missed it the first time. And, as always there's that laugh or two he slips in to provide a light hearted moment - in my mind's eye, I always pictured various aliens, ie. Klingons, Vulcans, and the like, quietly sitting at tables, enthralled by a simple Earthly game; that is, until one screams aloud the word "BINGO!", and the rest of the players moan, groan, and laugh, well, until the next game begins...
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4.0 out of 5 stars My first
Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2017
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I don't know if my rating is justified but this is the book that introduced me to science fiction in 1970 something and I am grateful.
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Dr. Laurence Baldwin
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic ideas-based sci-fi
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 25, 2012
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I first read this many years ago, probably when I read a lot of library books as a kid. A few years ago I hunted it down as an obscure reprint and now I'm going to buy it for my kindle...
Like much great sci-fi this tale is based on a concept, an idea, and whether you agree with the power of the idea or not this tale is told with convioction and invention and romps alongmaking it a quick and enjoyable read.
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I. Buchanan
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable Sci-Fi for the reader who doesn't want to be challenged too much.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 4, 2015
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A clever 'prequel' to The World Menders with the usual compliment of goodies and baddies. Mr Biggle creates wonderful new universes to stretch our imagination but without straining our credulity too much. I enjoyed it very much.
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant book
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 29, 2013
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A brilliant twist on standard sci-fi. Well written and fast moving book. Keeps you engrossed from beginning to end. So different from his other books.
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NGN
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 5, 2016
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"Democracy imposed from without is the severest form of tyranny" ‒ still true!
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