Malcolm Jameson, born on December 14, 1891, in Waco, Texas, and passing on April 16, 1945, was an American science fiction writer known for his military and nautical themes influenced by his own experiences in the U.S. Navy. His literary career began in the late 1930s, at which point he had already been diagnosed with cancer, a battle that he fought even as he continued to write prolifically. Jameson's works demonstrate a remarkable blend of action and science fiction, with an emphasis on human emotion and behavior amid high-stakes scenarios. 'Wreckers of the Star Patrol' is one of the many stories penned by Jameson that encapsulates his unique narrative style, which often incorporated detailed technical speculation and adventure. His stories usually featured strong-willed characters who faced ethical dilemmas and showcased leadership and human psychology within fictional frameworks. Jameson may not have been as well-known as some of his contemporaries, but his work has earned him a respected place in the annals of science fiction. His stories continued to be published posthumously, and they remain a testament to his ability to enthrall readers with tales of space and beyond, even as he courageously faced his own final frontier (Stapledon & Jameson, 1976).
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 13.11.2022 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Literatur ► Fantasy / Science Fiction ► Science Fiction |
Schlagworte | American Literature • Asimov • character-driven narrative • classic science fiction • cosmic odyssey • Czech Americans • Domestic fiction • Duty and honor themes • Dystopia • Farmers' spouses • Fiction • Frontier and pioneer life • Golden Age of Sci-Fi • golden age science fiction • interstellar adventure • interstellar conflict • Jules Verne • Malcolm Jameson • married women • military space opera • Navy Veteran Author • Nebraska • personal sacrifice • political intrigue • pulp science fiction • science fiction classics • space exploration • Space Opera • Space Team • space warfare novels • Star Trek • Star Wars • The Gender Game • The Man in the High Castle • The Secret of Spellshadow Manor • Time Machine • vintage sci-fi • Vintage Space Adventure • women immigrants • women pioneers |
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