Larry Niven

Larry Niven is a renowned science fiction author best known for his 1970 novel Ringworld, which won multiple awards.

His work focuses on hard science fiction, utilizing complex scientific concepts and theoretical physics.

Niven is recognized for creating detailed alien species that differ significantly from humans.

He often incorporates elements of detective fiction and adventure into his stories.

Niven has collaborated with other authors, particularly Jerry Pournelle, and has written for various media, including television and comics.

He briefly attended Caltech and graduated from Washburn University with a degree in mathematics.

Niven has won multiple Hugo Awards for his short fiction and continues to be an influential figure in the science fiction genre.