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British science fiction writer (1923–2010) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Lionel Percy Wright, known professionally as Lan Wright (1923–2010)[1] was a British science fiction writer. All of his fiction has been published under the pen name "Lan Wright".
Lan Wright | |
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Born | Lionel Percy Wright 8 July 1923 Watford, Hertfordshire, England |
Died | 1 October 2010 87) | (aged
Occupation | Author, manufacturing |
Language | English |
Nationality | British |
Genre | Science fiction |
During the period 1952 to 1963, Wright was a regular contributor to various British SF magazines, including E. J. Carnell's New Worlds and Science Fantasy. Wright published no fiction after 1968, due to increased responsibilities of his employment.[2]
Wright was married, lived in Watford and was employed by British Railways. He was a "keen" amateur cricket player.[3]
His first story was "Operation Exodus", which appeared in New Worlds in 1952.[4] "Dream World" appeared in Nebula Science Fiction #21, May 1957. His novels include:
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