Harry Harrison
20 SeriesHarry Harrison (1925-2012) was an American science fiction novelist renowned for creating the Stainless Steel Rat series. His novel "Make Room! Make Room!" inspired the film "Soylent Green." Prior to his writing career, Harrison worked as an artist for EC Comics' Weird Fantasy and Weird Science, and he also contributed to syndicated comic strips. His works often blended satire and adventure with serious themes.
Harry Harrison co-authored several works, including the Saint/Simon Templar series with Leslie Charteris, and "King and Emperor" with John Holm. In "Stonehenge: Where Atlantis Died," co-authored with Leon E. Stover, the ancient monument's secrets are explored. "The California Iceberg," co-authored with James E. Barry, presents a chilling scenario, while "The Lifeship," co-authored with Gordon R. Dickson, focuses on survival in space. Harrison's collaborations with various authors, such as Fritz Leiber for "Science Fiction Collection 001" and Robert Sheckley for "The Planet of the Bottled Brains," delve into diverse sci-fi themes. His works with David Bischoff, including "The Planet of Tasteless Pleasure" and "The Planet of the Hippies from Hell," and with Jack C. Haldeman II for "The Planet of the Zombie Vampires," offer unique planetary adventures, culminating in "The Final Incoherent Adventure" co-authored with David Harris.
