Joanna Russ

Joanna Russ was an influential American science fiction writer, scholar, and feminist thinker. Best known for her sharp, imaginative stories like *The Female Man*, she challenged traditional gender roles and societal norms through her work. Russ's writing often combined complex ideas about identity, power, and equality with inventive storytelling. As a literary critic, she analyzed and defended science fiction as a serious art form. Her contributions helped reshape perceptions of gender and literature, inspiring future generations to view science fiction as a platform for exploring social issues.