Forward in Time
by Ben Bova
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What would you do if you found yourself face to face with:-A computer that you fear may drive you insane?-A mathematical equation that proves you are about to die?-A seductive siren who promises you sex and death in outer space?-A brainwashing technique that will turn you either into a superman or a monster?-A machine that lets you fight imaginary duels-until someone programs it for real-life murder?These are just some of the future shocks in-FORWARD IN TIMETags
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A collection of short stories by Ben Bova. I found them to be generally entertaining. Compared to the last couple of Anthologies that I've read, this one was a far more pleasant and satisfying read.
1. The Next Logical Step
2. A Slight Miscalculation
3. Blood of Tyrants
4. Zero Gee
5. Test in Orbit
6. Fifteen Miles
7. The Weathermakers
8. Men of Good Will
9. The Perfect Warrior
10. Stars, Won't You Hide Me?
I found the three Kinsman stories (4, 5, and 6) to be a little dated.
I enjoyed 10, both because of its brevity, and because I think it truly encompasses the American spirit. Optimism. Persistence. Willful Ignorance. And an overwhelming desire to scream "Fuck You" at the universe when you're beaten down.
I thought 9 was a little too long and the show more big reveal was kind of a let-down. show less
1. The Next Logical Step
2. A Slight Miscalculation
3. Blood of Tyrants
4. Zero Gee
5. Test in Orbit
6. Fifteen Miles
7. The Weathermakers
8. Men of Good Will
9. The Perfect Warrior
10. Stars, Won't You Hide Me?
I found the three Kinsman stories (4, 5, and 6) to be a little dated.
I enjoyed 10, both because of its brevity, and because I think it truly encompasses the American spirit. Optimism. Persistence. Willful Ignorance. And an overwhelming desire to scream "Fuck You" at the universe when you're beaten down.
I thought 9 was a little too long and the show more big reveal was kind of a let-down. show less
A collection of stories published between 1962 and 1973. Bova was the editor of Analog magazine which was probably the top SF magazine at that time.
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Ben Bova, Ben Bova was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He began writing fiction in the late 1940's and continued to pursue his careers in journalism, aerospace, education and publishing. Bova received a bachelor's degree in journalism from Temple University, 1954, a master of arts degree in communications from the State University of New York, show more 1987, and a doctorate in education from California Coast University, 1996. Dr. Bova worked as a newspaper reporter for several years and then joined Project Vanguard, the first American satellite program, as a technical editor. He was manager of marketing for Avco Everett Research Laboratory and worked with scientists in the fields of high-power lasers, artificial hearts and advanced electrical power generators. Dr. Bova has taught science fiction at Harvard University and at the Hayden Planetarium in New York City, where he also directed film courses. He has written scripts for teaching films with the Physical Sciences Study Committee in association with Nobel Laureates from many universities. Dr. Bova has served on the advisory board of Post College and the Editorial Boards of the World Future Society. He is President Emeritus of the National Space Society and a Fellow of the British Interplanetary Society. He is also a charter member of the Planetary Society and a member of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the Nature Conservancy, the New York Academy of Sciences and the National Space Club. He is a former President and a charter member of Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America. He was honored by Temple University as a Distinguished Alumnus in 1981 and in 1982 was made an Alumni Fellow. In 1994, his short story "Inspiration" was nominated for the Nebula Award. "The Beauty of Light" was voted one of the best science books of the year in 1988 by the American Librarians' Association and they hailed "Moonrise" as best science fiction novel in 1996. Other titles include "Moonwar," "Mars," and "Brothers," which all combine romance and adventure with the scientific aspect of exploring the future of technology and its effect on individuals and society. "Immortality" and "Assured Survival" deal with technology being used to solve economic, social and political problems. "Immortality" goes further in examining biomedical breakthroughs that could extend a person's life by hundreds of years while being able to always remain physically young. His works include The Aftermath, Mars Life, and Leviathans of Jupiter. Ben Bova was a prolific science fiction author. He wrote over a hundred books and short stories. He also was an editor who worked on some of science fiction's best-known publications. He died on November 29, 2020 at the age of 88. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
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- 1973
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