Kim Stanley Robinson
Science fiction author including Mars Trilogy
Born
March 23rd, 1952
72 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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An American author focused on speculative fiction, recognized for exploring complex themes such as climate change and social structures. The Mars Trilogy, consisting of 'Red Mars', 'Green Mars', and 'Blue Mars', gained acclaim for its detailed portrayal of terraforming and colonization of Mars. Other works include 'The Years of Rice and Salt' and 'New York 2140', further demonstrating a commitment to science-based narratives. Received the Hugo, Nebula, and Locus Awards for contributions to the genre.
Authored the Mars Trilogy
Won multiple Hugo and Nebula Awards
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