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E.B. White |
Elwyn Brooks White (b. 1899 - d. 1985) was an American author, humorist and poet. Born in Mount Vernon, NY, he graduated from Cornell in 1921. He wrote widely for news publications, including The Seattle Times and The New Yorker.
He is best known for his excellent children's books (in particular Charlotte's Web and Stuart Little), as well as The Elements of Style, a guide to writing. Science fiction in the News articles describe real-world events that relate to the ideas and inventions in sf novels and movies. Select a news article: |
Russians Plan New Space Platform
The Russians are planning ahead for the demise of the International Space Station.
Chinese Test UAV-based Parcel Courier Service
'...an aerial diaper service that flew diapers to rural homes...'- EB White, 1950.
QuiQui Pharmacy Drone Delivery
That's fast, fast, FAST relief! Thanks to Quiqui.
FAA Drone Rules Beta Ready For Comments
Drones, big and small, you're going to like them all.
Will A Steel Umbrella Stop Russia?
'Everyone was aware that the damned platform was wandering around in its own orbit...' - EB White, 1950.
ODYSSEUS Solar-Powered Stratospheric Plane Flies Forever
'The planes flew continuously, twenty-four hours a day...' - EB White, 1950.
Zephyr Solar-Electric Stratospheric Drone
'The planes flew continuously, twenty-four hours a day...' - EB White, 1950.
Blue Ring Spacecraft Platform Concept From Blue Origin
'...the space platform, a gadget the Army had succeeded in establishing six hundred miles up.' - EB White, 1950.
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