These 1976 Hardcover Anthologies showcase variety of science fiction stories exploring the theme of vast interstellar civilizations and empires. These collections bring together the works of renowned authors, each contributing unique perspectives on the intricacies and wonders of galaxy-spanning societies.
 
Galactic Empires Vol 1:
 The Star Plunderer  by Poul Anderson
 Foundation  by Isaac Asimov
 We're Civilized!  by Mark Clifton and Alex Apostolides
 The Crime and the Glory of Commander Suzdal  by Cordwainer Smith
 The Rebel of Valkyr  by Alfred Coppel
 Brightness Falls from the Air  by Idris Seabright
 Immigrant  by Clifford D. Simak
 Resident Physician  by James White
 
Galactic Empires Vol 2:
 The Machine That Won the War  by Isaac Asimov
 The Possessed  by Arthur C. Clarke
 Protected Species  by H. B. Fyfe
 All the Way Back  by Michael Shaara
 Brightness Falls from the Air  by Margaret St. Clair
 The Star Plunderer  by Poul Anderson
 Beep  by James Blish
 Mechanist  by E. C. Tubb
 Not Final!  by Isaac Asimov
 Moon Duel  by Fritz Leiber
 
Both books are in good condition with wear commensurate with age