George Rippey Stewart

George Rippey Stewart was an American historian, toponymist, and novelist. He is best known for his 1941 novel 'Storm' and his 1949 post-apocalyptic novel 'Earth Abides', which won the first International Fantasy Award in 1951.

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  1. 1. Earth Abides

    "Earth Abides" is a post-apocalyptic novel that follows the story of a geography student who returns from a solo trip in the mountains to find that most of humanity has been wiped out by a deadly plague. As one of the few survivors, he navigates through the deserted world, eventually forming a small community with other survivors. The novel explores themes of survival, the fragility of civilization, and the importance of community in the face of adversity.

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