![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Campbell, Jr., whom Asimov called “the most powerful force in science fiction ever.” Campbell, who has never been the subject of a biography until now, was both a visionary author-he wrote the story that was later filmed as The Thing-and the editor of the groundbreaking magazine best known as Astounding Science Fiction, in which he discovered countless legendary writers and published classic works ranging from the I, Robot series to Dune. This remarkable cultural narrative centers on the figure of John W. Ron Hubbard-who set off a revolution in science fiction and forever changed our world. Malzberg, author of Beyond ApolloĪstounding is the landmark account of the extraordinary partnership between four controversial writers-John W. Alec Nevala-Lee’s superb scholarship and insight have made the seemingly impossible a radiant and irreplaceable gift."-Barry N. This is the most important historical and critical work my field has ever seen. "Science fiction has been awaiting this history/biography for more than half a century. A remarkable work of literary history." - Robert Silverberg ![]() "Alec Nevala-Lee has brilliantly recreated the era. “ is a major work of popular culture scholarship that science fiction fans will devour.” - Publishers Weekly ![]()
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