Harry Turtledove
Harry Turtledove: The Master of Alternate History
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Harry Norman Turtledove is the full name of this renowned American novelist, historian, and scholar. He is often referred to as Harry T.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on June 14, 1949, in Los Angeles, California, Harry Turtledove is still active in his writing career.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Turtledove holds American nationality and is a novelist, historian, and scholar by profession. He has written extensively in the genres of alternate history, science fiction, fantasy, historical fiction, and mystery.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in Los Angeles, Harry Turtledove developed an interest in writing at an early age. His love for history was sparked during his high school years, which later influenced his writing style. After completing his high school education, he attended the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in History.
Major Accomplishments
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Harry Turtledove has made significant contributions to the literary world with numerous awards and nominations for his works. Some of his notable accomplishments include:
Winning the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 1994 for "Down in the Bottom Time"
Receiving the Nebula Award for Best Novella in 1985 for "The Last Article"
Notable Works or Actions
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Turtledove's works often explore alternate histories, where historical events are reimagined and presented as if they occurred differently. Some of his notable works include:
"The Guns of the South," an alternate history novel that explores a world where the Confederacy wins the American Civil War.
"Agent of Byzantium," a novel set in an alternate universe where the Roman Empire never fell.
Impact and Legacy
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Harry Turtledove's impact on literature is undeniable. His unique approach to storytelling has captivated readers worldwide, making him one of the most popular authors in his genre. His works have been translated into numerous languages, further expanding his global reach.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Turtledove's writing style, which seamlessly blends historical facts with fictional scenarios, has made him a favorite among readers and scholars alike. His ability to transport readers to alternate realities has earned him the reputation as one of the masters of alternate history.
Quotes by Harry Turtledove
If you’re gonna be broke, you could pick plenty of worse places to do it than Tacoma. It’s not too hot; it’s not too cold. It’s as green as any place could want to be. You’ve got the bay on one side and the mountains on the other. Mount Rainier is as big and beautiful a mountain as anybody would ever care to see. When you could see it through the haze, I mean. Even when it’s not raining around there, the air’s damp. No wonder it’s all so green. Tacoma.
When you thought of permanent oblivion, temporary oblivion was the only foxhole you had.
What does not corrupt a man’s heart cannot corrupt his life, or do him any lasting harm.
Holy Jesus God, it’s the Gerps shootin’ us up!” the manager shouted. He hadn’t known whether to say Germans or Japs, and came out with both at once.
The difference between bad and worse is a lot bigger than the difference between good and better.
I do first draft in longhand, which saves a lot of rewriting. I try to get a certain amount done each day. Don’t always, but I try. Then I clean up in the rewrites.
You can write better about a place you’ve seen for yourself. You don’t have to have been there – I’ve sure written about places I’ve never seen – but it does help.
