John W. Campbell Jr.
John Wood Campbell Jr. was a pivotal figure in American science fiction, best known as the editor of Astounding Science Fiction from 1937 until his death.
Under his guidance, the magazine shaped the Golden Age of Science Fiction, influencing numerous prominent authors.
Campbell himself wrote science fiction, publishing space operas under his own name and moodier stories under the pseudonym Don A. Stuart.
He ceased writing fiction after becoming an editor.
Isaac Asimov described Campbell as the most powerful force in science fiction, dominating the field for a decade.
His editorial work is considered more significant than his writing career.
