French, Paul, 1920-1992

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April 6, 1992

10:59

"The Dean of Science Fiction Writers."

Isaac Asimov [a.k.a. Paul French], the prolific science fiction writer, has passed away at the age of 72. Asimov wrote nearly 500 books, and was honored, among other times, in 1966 with a special Hugo Award for the best science fiction series ever for his "Foundation" trilogy. We present highlights from an earlier interview. (Rebroadcast. Originally aired 9/25/87.)

Obituary

Paul French

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September 25, 1987

27:42

"The Dean of Science Fiction Writers" and the Words and Concepts He's Added to the Lexicon.

Issac Asimov [a.k.a. Paul French], the dean of science fiction writers. Asmiov is arguably one of the most widely published authors ever.

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Paul French

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Paul French

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"The Dean of Science Fiction Writers."

"The Dean of Science Fiction Writers" and the Words and Concepts He's Added to the Lexicon.

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