Robert A. Heinlein
Born: 07-06-1907
Robert A. Heinlein, a pivotal figure in science fiction, was born in 1907 in Missouri. Known as one of the "Big Three" sci-fi writers, his works include classics like "Stranger in a Strange Land" and "Starship Troopers." Heinlein's innovative storytelling and exploration of social themes reshaped the genre. A former naval officer, his technical knowledge and libertarian views often permeated his narratives, leaving a lasting impact on speculative fiction.
Book summaries for books written by Robert A. Heinlein
Quotes
Luna isn't penal colony. Couldn't afford it. Has some rather unusual if not unique aspects.
My balance was poor, but that was to be expected from hairless-ape design.
Men don't have curves, Mike.
May you live as long as you want and never want as long as you live.
It relies on human brains, human lack of information, and human weaknesses.
A rational man details conditions and is prepared to act according to those conditions.
Why, you rare earths, admiring your crude chemistry, not simple or beautiful or'safe.
Man was not designed to eat bread alone... but to eat bread-and-butter.
One man's Mars is another man's lava desert.
Comrades, I beg pardon all for remarks. This is too nice a day to spoil by argument.
Suppose they're waiting, boss? We could use a win, you know.
Oh, yes -- sure! Fine! Just wonderful! A really fine, large club wouldn't pinch men. No squeeze at all.