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Readers mark the anniversary of Alfred Bester's death
Original: Died this day: 09/30/1987 (b. 12/18/1913) Alfred Bester was an American science fiction author, magazine editor, and scr
Science fiction readers are remembering Alfred Bester, the American author who died on September 30, 1987. Born in 1913, Bester was also a magazine editor and comic scriptwriter, but is best known for novels including The Demolished Man, which won the first Hugo Award in 1953, and The Stars My Destination. Fans are recalling his lasting influence on the genre.
Why now: September 30 marks the anniversary of Bester's death, prompting readers to commemorate his work.
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- Died this day: 09/30/1987 (b. 12/18/1913) Alfred Bester was an American science fiction author, magazine editor, and scriptwriter for comics. He is best remembered for his science fiction, including the novel The Demolished Man, winner of the inaugural Hugo Award in 1953.… · astralcomputing@bookstodon.com · 5
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