Date of Birth: July 16, 1928
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Date of Death: December 9, 2005
Biography
Robert Sheckley was an American author renowned for his prolific contributions to the science fiction genre. Born in Brooklyn, New York, Sheckley moved to Maplewood, New Jersey, during his teenage years. He served in the U.S. Army before attending New York University, where he graduated with a degree in English. Sheckley’s career took off in the 1950s when he began writing short stories for various science fiction magazines. His unique blend of humor and speculative fiction quickly earned him a dedicated following. Over the years, he published numerous novels, short story collections, and even ventured into screenwriting. Sheckley’s work is characterized by its wit, satirical edge, and philosophical depth, making him a beloved figure in the realm of speculative fiction.
5 Interesting Facts about Robert Sheckley
1. Robert Sheckley was nominated for the Hugo and Nebula Awards multiple times.
2. He wrote under several pseudonyms, including Finn O’Donnevan and Ned Lang.
3. Sheckley’s work “Immortality, Inc.” was adapted into the 1992 film “Freejack.”
4. He was awarded the Author Emeritus honor by the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America in 2001.
5. Sheckley lived in several countries, including Spain and the Netherlands, and was known for his cosmopolitan lifestyle.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Robert Sheckley
1. “Reality is a crutch for people who can’t cope with drugs.”
2. “The sense of wonder, that is the core of science fiction.”
3. “Good science fiction is the attempt to make the improbable sound plausible.”
4. “A novel is often a longer process of trying to create a world than a short story.”
5. “The absurdity of one thing can often illuminate the absurdity of another.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Robert Sheckley’s net worth was estimated to be around $1 million.
Children
Robert Sheckley had three children from his marriages: Jason Sheckley, Alisa Kwitney, and Anya Sheckley.
Relevant Links
1. [Wikipedia – Robert Sheckley](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Sheckley
2. [Internet Speculative Fiction Database](http://www.isfdb.org/cgi-bin/ea.cgi?Robert_Sheckley
3. [Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America](https://www.sfwa.org/
4. [IMDb – Robert Sheckley](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0790542/
5. [Goodreads – Robert Sheckley](https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16147.Robert_Sheckley
