Author - Robert A. Heinlein

Robert A. Heinlein (1907–1988) was an American science fiction writer often referred to as one of the "Big Three" of the genre, alongside Arthur C. Clarke and Isaac Asimov. Known for combining hard science with social commentary, Heinlein pushed the boundaries of what science fiction could address. His works, including The Moon Is a Harsh Mistress, Starship Troopers, and Stranger in a Strange Land, have shaped generations of speculative fiction writers and readers alike.

Stranger in a Strange Land is the epic saga of an earthling, Valentine Michael Smith, born and educated on Mars, who arrives on our planet with “psi” powers—telepathy, clairvoyance, precognition, telekinesis, teleportation, pyrolysis, and the ability to take control of the minds of others—and complete innocence regarding the mores of man.
After his tutelage under a surrogate father figure, Valentine begins his transformation into a kind of messiah. His exceptional abilities lead him to … Read More