Writer's History #4 – Daniel Bensen Interview – A Reader's History of Science Fiction

Daniel Bensen is an author of science fiction, alternate history, and stories of speculative evolution. In this interview, we discuss his new book, Interchange, sequel to his debut novel, Junction, and other writings. Dan's website. Dan's book recommendations: The Vorkosigan Saga by Lois McMaster Bujold Greg Egan The Darkness That Comes Before by R. Scott Bakker

1. Writer's History #4 – Daniel Bensen Interview 54:54
2. #30 – Arthur Clarke's Comeback 18:46
3. #29 – Larry Niven and the Return of Hard Sci-Fi 27:51
4. Writer's History #3 – Dr. Benjamin Stevens Interview 01:08:34
5. #28 – Children's Sci-Fi in the New Wave 23:21

Olaf Stapledon and C. S. Lewis both explored the spiritual side of science fiction, albeit in very different ways. In this episode, we explore how they went about it and why one of them is considered a must read by many of the greats of the genre.

Book recommendation: Star Maker by Olaf Stapledon.

Other books mentioned:
Last and First Men by Olaf Stapledon
Out of the Silent Planet by C. S. Lewis
Perelandra by C. S. Lewis
That Hideous Strength by C. S. Lewis

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