What is Peter Nicholls best known for?

Peter Nicholls is widely recognized for his significant contributions to science fiction criticism and scholarship, particularly as the founding editor of The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction. This work is considered a definitive reference in the field.

Peter Nicholls

b. 1939

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Peter Nicholls was a significant writer and editor in the world of science fiction. He wrote "The Science in science fiction" and "Living in the future," and was a driving force behind "The encyclopedia of science fiction.

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What is Peter Nicholls best known for?
Peter Nicholls is widely recognized for his significant contributions to science fiction criticism and scholarship, particularly as the founding editor of The Encyclopedia of Science Fiction. This work is considered a definitive reference in the field.