Olaf Stapledon

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About Olaf Stapledon

Olaf Stapledon was the esteemed British philosopher and science fiction author. Inducted into the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame in 2014, Stapledon's imaginative works have left an indelible mark on the genre. Born in Seacombe, Wallasey, he spent his early years in Egypt before pursuing his education at Abbotsholme School and Balliol College, Oxford. After a brief teaching stint, Stapledon immersed himself in the shipping industry and later worked with the Workers' Educational Association. As a conscientious objector during the First World War, he served as an ambulance driver, showcasing his bravery and earning the Croix de Guerre. These experiences deeply influenced his pacifist beliefs and his advocacy for a World Government....More

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