Left to right, Isaac Asimov, Alfred Bester, Arthur C. Clarke, and Ray Bradbury. Images for Asimov, Clarke, and Bradbury from Wikipedia, Bester from NNDb. “Boys and girls, today we will begin selecting a class president. I’m not allowed to vote, but I strongly suggest you elect Martin. Martin?” – Mrs. Krabappel “As your president, I would demand a science fiction library featuring an A-B-C of the overlords of the genre: Asimov, Bester, Clarke!” – Martin Prince “What about Ray Bradbury?” – Wendell “I’m aware of his work. Thank you, and keep watching the skies!” – Martin Prince So long, Mr.…
An ongoing ramble by Charlie Sweatpants . .