author
Gordon R. Dickson
1923–2001
A major voice in classic science fiction, this Canadian-born American writer is best remembered for the Dorsai stories within his ambitious Childe Cycle, as well as for bringing a warm streak of humor to fantasy and SF alike.
3 Audiobooks
The Stranger
by Gordon R. Dickson
Time Grabber
by Gordon R. Dickson
No Shield from the Dead
by Gordon R. Dickson
About the author
Born in Edmonton, Alberta, on November 1, 1923, he moved to Minneapolis with his mother after his father's death and later served in the U.S. Army during World War II. He studied at the University of Minnesota, earned a BA in English in 1948, and went on to build a long career as a science fiction and fantasy writer.
He became especially known for the Childe Cycle, including the popular Dorsai books, a far-reaching future history about human development, war, culture, and identity. He also wrote memorable shorter works and collaborations, and many readers know him for the playful Dragon Knight fantasy novels as well as award-winning stories such as "Soldier, Ask Not".
Late in his career, he was inducted into the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame in 2000. He died on January 31, 2001, in Minnesota, leaving behind a body of work admired for its big ideas, strong sense of honor, and enduring love of adventure.