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Zenna Henderson

1917 – 1983

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Zenna Chlarson Henderson (1917–1983) was an American elementary school teacher who wrote fantasy and science fiction novellas and short stories. She was nominated for a Hugo Award in 1959 for her novelette Captivity.

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Science Fiction Essays Fantasy Nonfiction Short Stories

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  • What is Zenna Henderson best known for?

    Zenna Henderson is primarily recognized for her "People" stories, a series of science fiction tales about a group of humanoid aliens with psionic abilities who are stranded on Earth.

  • What is the reading order for Zenna Henderson's "The People" series?

    The "People" stories are generally collected in two main volumes: "Pilgrimage: The Book of the People" and "The People: No Different Flesh." While they can be read independently, reading "Pilgrimage" first provides the initial context for the People's arrival and early experiences on Earth.