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gestalt-being
The idea that a group of people with varied skills can function collectively as a single, more powerful entity, central to Sturgeon's novel More Than Human.
1 chapter across 1 book
More Than Human (1953)Theodore Sturgeon
Chapter 6
This chapter provides a detailed biographical overview of Theodore Sturgeon, highlighting his contributions to science fiction literature and culture. It emphasizes his influence on the genre through his literary style, humanistic themes, and his novel More Than Human, which introduced the concept of a gestalt being formed by a group of people with varied skills. The chapter also notes his legacy through awards, teaching, and his famous Sturgeon's Law.