E. E. Smith

Edward Elmer Smith, Ph.D., also, E. E. Smith, E. E. "Doc" Smith, Doc Smith, "Skylark" Smith, and (to family) Ted (May 2, 1890 – August 31, 1965) was a food engineer (specializing in doughnut and pastry mixes) and early science fiction author who wrote the Lensman series and the Skylark series, among others. He is sometimes referred to as the father of space opera.

Read more about E. E. Smith:  Critical Opinion, Extending The Lensman Universe, Influence On Science and The Military, Literary Influences On Smith's Writing, Derivative Works and Influence On Popular Culture, Fictional Appearances

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