8728.Classics of SF Discussion: Andre Norton, "Star Man's Son" (1952)
Moderator: John Hertz
Moderator John Hertz will lead discussions of three Classics of Science Fiction panels at Loscon 50, one discussion each. Come to as many as you like. You'll be welcome to join in.
Our operating definition is "A classic is a work that survives its own time. After the currents which might have sustained it have changed, it remains, and is seen to be worthwhile for itself." If you have a better definition, bring it.
Each of the three is famous in a different way. Each may be more interesting now than when first published. Have you read them? Have you re-read them?
No surprises here. From say, Paragraph 5, we know what is happening and what will. But how well she does it (yes, Andre was a woman)! Her sense of event - of character - of the telling detail - keep us eager to watch her bring about what must occur. David Hartwell considered this a classic, wise man. John Hertz SAT 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm, Draco's Tavern - Catalina B