John Wood Campbell Jr.
John Wood Campbell Jr. was an influential American science fiction writer and editor, born on June 8, 1910. He is best known for his work in the mid-20th century, particularly for his role as editor of the magazine "Astounding Science Fiction," where he helped shape the genre and launch the careers of many notable authors. Campbell's writing often explored complex themes of human evolution, technology, and the future, reflecting his deep interest in human potential and the unknown. His stories are characterized by their scientific rigor and philosophical depth, making them not only entertaining but thought-provoking as well.
Throughout his career, Campbell penned several notable works, including the famous novella "Who Goes There?" which later inspired the classic film "The Thing." His ability to weave intricate narratives with compelling characters has left a lasting mark on science fiction. As you dive into his literature, you'll find a treasure trove of ideas that challenge the imagination and invite reflection on our place in the universe. Take a moment to explore John Wood Campbell Jr.'s fascinating contributions in the app; his stories might just spark your curiosity and inspire your own thoughts about the future.
The Ultimate Weapon
Read by Richard Kilmer (1942-2022)
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The star Mira was unpredictably variable. Sometimes it was blazing, brilliant and hot. Other times it was oddly dim, cool, shedding little w…
Islands of Space
Read by Mark Nelson
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As Earth's faster-than-light spaceship hung in the void between galaxies, Arcot, Wade, Morey and Fuller could see below them, like a vast sh…
Invaders from the Infinite
Read by Mark Nelson
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The famous scientific trio of Arcot, Wade and Morey, challenged by the most ruthless aliens in all the universes, blasted off on an intergal…
The Black Star Passes
Read by KirksVoice
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A sky pirate armed with superior weapons of his own invention... First contact with an alien race dangerous enough to threaten the safety of…
Black Star Passes
Read by John W. Campbell
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Follow along with Arcot, Morey, and Wade as they discover a revolutionary form of propulsion, visit our neighboring planets, and go up again…
The Ultimate Weapon (Version 2)
Read by Phil Chenevert
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A rip-roaring space adventure from the 1930's by the legendary John Cambpell. A race in another solar system many light years away from Ear…
The Last Evolution
Read by Phil Chenevert
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John Campbell Jr. gives us a story about evolution. What will be man's ultimate evolution? What will he look like 100,000 years in the fut…