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Michael Shaara

Michael Shaara

23 Jun 1928 – 5 May 1988

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Michael Shaara (June 23, 1928 – May 5, 1988) was an American author of science fiction, sports fiction, and historical fiction. He was born to an Italian immigrant father (the family name was originally spelled Sciarra, which in Italian is pronounced in a similar way) in Jersey City, New Jersey, gra…

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Science Fiction Fiction Short Stories Time Travel Horror

Featured Works

Book cover of Election day 2084
Start Here

Election day 2084

Arthur C. Clarke

Book cover of Monsters

Monsters

A. E. van Vogt

Isaac Asimov's Wonderful Worlds of Science Fiction #8
Book cover of Horror Gems. Volume Twelve

Horror Gems. Volume Twelve

Allison V. Harding

Horror Gems #12
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Wainer

Michael Shaara

Book cover of Isaac Asimov Presents The Great SF Stories 18 (1956)

Isaac Asimov Presents The Great SF Stories 18 (1956)

Alan Edward Nourse

Isaac Asimov Presents The Great SF Stories #18

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is Michael Shaara best known for?

    Michael Shaara is most recognized for his historical fiction, particularly his novel about the Battle of Gettysburg, which won a Pulitzer Prize.

  • Are there any film adaptations of Michael Shaara's books?

    One of Michael Shaara's most famous works was adapted into a major motion picture, bringing his historical narrative to the screen.