Ben Bova
Ben Bova
Author • Editor8 November 1932 – 29 November 2020 · From United States- Books
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Benjamin William Bova is an American science-fiction author and editor.
Bova has drawn on his experiences to create fact and fiction writings rich with references to spaceflight, lasers, artificial hearts, nanotechnology, environmentalism, fencing and martial arts, photography and artists.
As of 2010 Bova has written over 115 books - non-fiction as well as science fiction. In 2000, he attended the 58th World Science Fiction Convention (Chicon 2000) as the Author Guest of Honor.
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Again, Dangerous Visions
Andrew J. Offutt
Dangerous Visions #2
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The Golden Years of Science Fiction
A. E. van Vogt
Science Fiction Hall of Fame--Volume Two B
Algis Budrys
The Science Fiction Hall of Fame #3
The Science Fiction Hall of Fame -- Volume Two A
Ben Bova
The Science Fiction Hall of Fame #2
Laughing Space
A. J. Deutsch
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Ben Bova is widely recognized for his prolific contributions to hard science fiction, particularly his Grand Tour series which explores humanity's expansion into the solar system. He also had a significant career as an editor for Analog Science Fiction and Fact and Omni magazine.
A good starting point for new readers is the "Grand Tour" series, beginning with "Mars" or "Voyagers." These books introduce his signature blend of scientific accuracy and engaging storytelling within a consistent future history.
Ben Bova was a six-time winner of the Hugo Award for Best Professional Editor, recognizing his influential work in shaping the science fiction genre through his editorial roles.
Ben Bova won six Hugo Awards for Best Professional Editor for his work editing Analog Science Fiction and Fact, a magazine he edited from 1972 to 1978.