About Rick Raphael
Lived 1919 – 1994 (aged 74). Rick Raphael was an American writer, science fiction writer and journalist.
Rick Raphael (February 20, 1919 – January 4, 1994) was an American journalist and science fiction author.
He published his first short story, "A Filbert Is a Nut", in the November 1959 issue of Astounding.
In 1964, his short story "Code Three" was nominated for a Hugo Award for Best Short Story, as well as "Once a Cop" in 1965. These two stories were expanded into his best known work, the fix-up novel Code Three, which was published in 1966.
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Who was Rick Raphael?
American author (1919-1994)
When was Rick Raphael born?
Rick Raphael was born on 20 February 1919 in New York City.
When did Rick Raphael die?
Rick Raphael died on 4 January 1994 in Golden Valley.
What was Rick Raphael's occupation?
Rick Raphael was a writer, science fiction writer and journalist.
What nationality was Rick Raphael?
Rick Raphael was American.
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