George O. (George Oliver) Smith

George O. (George Oliver) Smith
George Oliver Smith (1911–1981) was an American science fiction writer known for his contributions to the genre in the mid-20th century. He wrote extensively for pulp magazines, particularly "Astounding Science Fiction", and was known for blending technology and humanism in his stories. His best-known work, "Venus Equilateral," is a collection of stories centered around a space station that functions as an interplanetary communications hub. Smith also collaborated with other notable science fiction authors of his time and influenced the Golden Age of science fiction.

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STALEMATE Macklin said, "Please put that weapon down, Mr. Cornell. Let's not add attempted murder to your other crimes." "Don't force me to it, then," I told him. But I knew I couldn't do it. I hated them all. I wanted the whole Highways in Hiding rolled up like an old discarded carpet, with every Mekstrom on Earth rolled up in it. But I couldn't pull the trigger.... more...

James Quincy Holden was five years old. His fifth birthday was not celebrated by the usual horde of noisy, hungry kids running wild in the afternoon. It started at seven, with cocktails. They were served by his host, Paul Brennan, to the celebrants, the boy's father and mother. The guest of honor sipped ginger ale and nibbled at canapés while he was presented with his gifts: A volume of... more...