American Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers

A collective biography of ten pioneering science fiction and fantasy writers, including Robert A. Heinlein, Isaac Asimov, Frederik Pohl, Ray Bradbury, Frank Herbert, Poul Anderson, Andre Norton, Madeleine L'Engle, Ursula K. Le Guin, and Octavia E. Butler; this book discusses the popular works and personal lives of these celebrated writers. Author Claire L. Datnow offers an analysis of their writings and the themes and importance of their books. Datnow also discusses the development of science fiction and fantasy through the works of the most influential writers.