Over a period of more than thirty years, from the rise of the pulps to the debut of Star Trek, he dominated the genre, and his three closest collaborators reached unimaginable heights. Campbell, Jr., whom Asimov called “the most powerful force in science fiction ever.” Campbell, who has never been the subject of a biography until now, was both a visionary author-he wrote the story that was later filmed as The Thing-and the editor of the groundbreaking magazine best known as Astounding Science Fiction, in which he discovered countless legendary writers and published classic works ranging from the I, Robot series to Dune. Ron Hubbard-who set off a revolution in science fiction and forever changed our world. This remarkable cultural narrative centers on the figure of John W.
“Engrossing, well-researched… This sure-footed history addresses important issues, such as the lack of racial diversity and gender parity for much of the genre’s history.” - Wall Street Journal“A gift to science fiction fans everywhere.” - Sylvia Nasar, New York Times bestselling author of A Beautiful Mind“ is a major work of popular culture scholarship that science fiction fans will devour.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review)Astounding is the landmark account of the extraordinary partnership between four controversial writers-John W.
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