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Originally Posted by jehane
I started reading pulp a few years ago, and got hold of some of the Lensman and Skylark novels. While at first I didn't mind them, in some ways they really haven't aged well. You certainly won't find any strong female characters in them. It's very much a product of its time.
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I'd call Clarissa Kinnison a strong female character. Or Dessa DesPlains, for that matter.
The Lensman books hold up far better for me than the Skylark series. Skylark's hero, Richard Seaton, is a little
too squeaky clean, and a guy who can destroy an entire sentient alien race (even if they are loathsome Chlorine breathers who want to destroy humanity) without batting an eye or breaking a sweat is a bit much to take.
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Dennis