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James Blish

(1921–1975) Writer United States

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James Blish was a writer from the United States, best known for A Case of Conscience.

Quick Facts About James Blish

Born
May 23, 1921
Died
July 30, 1975
Nationality
United States
Profession
Writer
Notable works
A Case of Conscience
Known for
A Case of Conscience, The Seedling Stars
Spouse
J. A. Lawrence

About James Blish

James Benjamin "Jimmy" Blish was an American science fiction and fantasy writer. He is best known for his Cities in Flight novels and his series of Star Trek novelizations written with his wife, J. A. Lawrence. His novel A Case of Conscience won the Hugo Award. He is credited with creating the term "gas giant" to refer to large planetary bodies.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Hugo Award for Best Novel Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame Retro Hugo Award for Best Novella Retro Hugo Award for Best Novelette

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