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Gregory (Albert) Benford
(30 Jan 1941 - )
American astrophysicist and writer whose scientific career contributes a basis of scientific knowledge that underpins his science fiction works. His first short story appeared in 1965, since followed by many novels. He has also been prolific in nonfiction—both scientific and journalistic.
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Science Quotes by Gregory (Albert) Benford (2)
Astronomy, Benjamin mused, was a lot like a detective story with the clues revealed first, and the actual body only later—if ever.
— Gregory (Albert) Benford
Eater (2000). In Gary Westfahl, Science Fiction Quotations: From the Inner Mind to the Outer Limits (2006), 323.
See also: | Astronomy (65)
We fondly imagine that evolution drives toward higher intelligence. But eagles would think evolution favored flight, elephants would naturally prefer the importance of great strength. Sharks would feel that swimming was the ultimate desirable trait, and eminent Victorians would be quite convinced that evolution preferred Victorians.
— Gregory (Albert) Benford
Eater (2000). In Gary Westfahl, Science Fiction Quotations: From the Inner Mind to the Outer Limits (2006), 116.
See also: | Evolution (229)
