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- Robert A. Heinlein:
Robert Anson Heinlein (1907-1988) was an American science fiction author, aeronautical engineer and naval officer. Sometimes called the "dean of science fiction writers"[^1], he was among the first to emphasize scientific accuracy in his fiction, and was thus a pioneer of the subgenre of hard science fiction. His published works, both fiction and non-fiction, express admiration for competence and emphasize the value of critical thinking[^2]. His plots often posed provocative situations which challenged conventional social mores[^3]. His work continues to have an influence on the science fiction genre and on modern culture more generally.