Drake, David Authors Science Fiction Genres
David Drake is best known for his "military" science fiction, most notably the "Hammer's Slammers" series. He has also written fantasy and science fiction novels with historical settings, most notably in Imperial Rome and the Dark Ages. His work is informed by his experiences in the war in Vietnam, as well as his readings in history and literature. He has drawn on sources such as Icelandic sagas (the "Northworld" series), Greek mythology (Cross the Stars, the Voyage), and Elizabethan history.
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David Drake's Official Homepage
- Drake's own site. Biography, booklist (with Drake's own comments), publication and appearances schedule, FAQ and question submission form.- Review: Patriots - SFSite.com review by Thomas Myer.
- Review: Queen of Demons - SFSite.com review by Victoria Strauss.
- Review: With the Lightnings - CNN.com review by David Mandeville.
- Review: Lord of the Isles - SFSite.com review by Alex Anderson.
- Hammer's Slammers Homepage - Fan site about Drake's "Hammer's Slammers" series.
- Baen Books: David Drake - One of Drake\\'s publishers. Page lists Drake books authors published by Baen, with sample chapters, ordering information.
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