Murray Leinster

Murray Leinster is widely recognized as a pioneer in science fiction, particularly for his early contributions to the genre. He is often credited with writing one of the first parallel universe stories, "Sidewise in Time," and for his foundational work in the space opera subgenre.

Yes, Murray Leinster was a pen name used by William Fitzgerald Jenkins. He also published some works under the name Will F. Jenkins.

Murray Leinster's story "First Contact" was adapted into an episode of the television series 'The Outer Limits' titled "The Children of Aldebaran." His novel 'The Wreck of the Triton' was also adapted into the film 'The Last Man on Earth'.