 First edition | |
| Author | Theodore Sturgeon |
|---|---|
| Cover artist | Richard M. Powers |
| Language | English |
| Genre | Science fiction |
| Publisher | Farrar, Straus & Young |
Publication date | November 16, 1953[1] |
| Publication place | United States |
| Media type | Print (hardback & paperback) |
| Pages | 233 |
More Than Human is a 1953 science fiction novel by American writer Theodore Sturgeon. It is a revision and expansion of his 1952 novella Baby Is Three, which is bracketed by two additional parts written for the novel ("The Fabulous Idiot" and "Morality").[2] It won the 1954 International Fantasy Award, which was also given to works in science fiction. It was additionally nominated in 2004 for a "Retro Hugo" award for the year 1954. Science fiction critic and editor David Pringle included it in his book Science Fiction: The 100 Best Novels.
Simon & Schuster published a graphic novel version of More Than Human in 1978, titled Heavy Metal Presents Theodore Sturgeon's More Than Human. It was illustrated by Alex Niño and scripted by Doug Moench.[3]
- ^ "Books Published Today". The New York Times: 23. November 16, 1953.
- ^ Theodore Sturgeon, as quoted in the "Baby is Three" story notes, The Complete Stories, vol VI
- ^ Heavy Metal Presents Theodore Sturgeon's More Than Human at the Grand Comics Database