Fire. - Elizabeth Hand

The title story, ''Fire.'', written especially for this volume, is a harrowing post-apocalyptic adventure in a world threatened by global conflagration. ''The Woman Men Couldn''t See'' is an expansion of Hand''s acclaimed critical assessment of author Alice Sheldon. Another non-fiction piece, ''Beyond Belief,'' recounts her difficult passage from alienated teen to serious artist. Also included are ''Kronia'', a poignant time-travel romance, and ''The Saffron Gatherers'', two of Hand''s favourite and less familiar stories. Plus: a bibliography and an Outspoken Interview with Hand.