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Episode 65: We're Officially Done with Lovecraft and Campbell
Episode 65: We're Officially Done with Lovecraft and Campbell
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49 minutes
Released:
Aug 27, 2020
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Podcast episode
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H.P. Lovecraft and John W. Campbell were writers and editors who ruled science fiction in the mid-twentieth century. Their names graced some of the genre's biggest awards. They ran influential magazines. And they were also racist, authoritarian jerkwads who alienated generations of writers and fans. We talk about the rise and fall of these two men, and how to deal with their legacies. Joining us is Alec Nevala-Lee, author of a new book about Campbell and his circle called Astounding. Show notes: www.ouropinionsarecorrect.com/shownotes
Released:
Aug 27, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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