George Reginald Turner

AustralianLiterary FictionHistorical FictionScience Fictionb. 1916 — d. 1997

George Reginald Turner was an Australian writer and critic, best known for his science fiction novels. He had a varied career, including military service and various jobs before becoming a successful mainstream novelist and literary critic. He later transitioned to writing science fiction, gaining international acclaim for works that often explored moral and social issues, such as environmental concerns and political corruption. His novel 'The Sea and Summer' (published as 'Drowning Towers' in the US) won the Arthur C. Clarke Award and was shortlisted for the Nebula Award. He also won multiple Ditmar Awards.

Awards

['Miles Franklin Award', 'Arthur C. Clarke Award', 'Ditmar Award', 'William Atheling Jr award', 'Commonwealth Literary Fund fellowship', "Commonwealth Writers' Prize South-East Asia and South Pacific Region, Best Book Award"]

Notable Works

['The Sea and Summer', 'Drowning Towers', 'Beloved Son', 'Vaneglory', "Yesterday's Men", 'The Cupboard Under the Stairs', 'The Lame Dog Man', 'Transit of Cassidy', 'Brain Child', 'The Destiny Makers', 'Genetic Soldier']