# Starship Troopers

> 1959 military science fiction novel by Robert A. Heinlein

**Wikidata**: [Q492207](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q492207)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Starship_Troopers)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/starship-troopers-q492207

## Summary
*Starship Troopers* is a 1959 military science fiction novel by Robert A. Heinlein, widely regarded as a landmark in the genre. It introduces the concept of professional soldiers in space, blending military strategy, social commentary, and futuristic warfare. The novel has had a profound influence on science fiction and military literature, shaping the subgenre of military science fiction.

## Key Facts
- **Author**: Robert A. Heinlein (American author and aeronautical engineer, 1907–1988)
- **Publication Date**: November 5, 1959
- **Genre**: Military science fiction, space opera
- **Country of Origin**: United States
- **Award Received**: Hugo Award for Best Novel (multiple times)
- **Instance of**: Literary work, science fiction novel
- **Subclass of**: Work of art, written work
- **Different from**: Version, edition or translation, fiction, written work
- **Has part**: Text
- **Fabrication method**: Writing
- **Has characteristic**: Type of literary work
- **Genre**: Military science fiction, philosophical fiction
- **Wikipedia Title**: Starship Troopers
- **Sitelink Count**: 37
- **Wikidata Description**: 1959 military science fiction novel by Robert A. Heinlein
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## FAQs
**What is *Starship Troopers* and who wrote it?**
*Starship Troopers* is a 1959 military science fiction novel by Robert A. Heinlein, an American author and aeronautical engineer. It is a foundational work in the military science fiction genre, introducing the concept of professional soldiers in space.

**What genre does *Starship Troopers* belong to?**
The novel belongs to the genres of military science fiction and space opera. It blends military strategy, social commentary, and futuristic warfare, making it a key work in both subgenres.

**What awards has *Starship Troopers* received?**
The novel has received the Hugo Award for Best Novel multiple times, recognizing its significant impact on science fiction literature.

**How does *Starship Troopers* differ from other literary works?**
*Starship Troopers* is distinct as a type of work of art and a subclass of written work, specifically defined by its artistic or expressive nature. It is different from general written works, versions, editions, or translations, and is composed of text created through the process of writing.

**What is the significance of *Starship Troopers* in literature?**
The novel is significant for pioneering military science fiction and introducing themes of professional soldiers in space. It has influenced countless authors and readers, shaping the modern science fiction landscape.

## Why It Matters
*Starship Troopers* matters as a groundbreaking work in military science fiction that revolutionized the genre. It introduced the concept of professional soldiers in space, blending military strategy, social commentary, and futuristic warfare. The novel has had a profound influence on science fiction and military literature, shaping the subgenre of military science fiction. Its themes of individualism, social critique, and space exploration continue to resonate with readers and authors alike. *Starship Troopers* remains a foundational text in the study of military science fiction and its impact on literature is enduring.

## Notable For
- Pioneering military science fiction with the concept of professional soldiers in space
- Introducing themes of individualism, social critique, and space exploration
- Receiving the Hugo Award for Best Novel multiple times
- Influencing countless authors and readers in the science fiction genre
- Shaping the modern science fiction landscape
- Being a foundational text in the study of military science fiction

## Body
### Definition and Nature
*Starship Troopers* is a 1959 military science fiction novel by Robert A. Heinlein, widely regarded as a landmark in the genre. It introduces the concept of professional soldiers in space, blending military strategy, social commentary, and futuristic warfare. The novel has had a profound influence on science fiction and military literature, shaping the subgenre of military science fiction.

### Classification and Relationships
*Starship Troopers* is a manifestation of literature and is part of the broader field of literature. It is linked to the following identifiers and classifications:
- **Instance of**: Literary work, science fiction novel
- **Subclass of**: Work of art, written work
- **Different from**: Version, edition or translation, fiction, written work
- **Has part**: Text
- **Fabrication method**: Writing
- **Has characteristic**: Type of literary work
- **Genre**: Military science fiction, philosophical fiction
- **Wikipedia Title**: Starship Troopers
- **Sitelink Count**: 37
- **Wikidata Description**: 1959 military science fiction novel by Robert A. Heinlein

### Properties and Identifiers
*Starship Troopers* is associated with a wide range of properties for this type, including:
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- **P373**: Starship Troopers
- **P646**: /m/0716m
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- **P1274**: 1112
- **P1476**: Starship Troopers, Étoiles, garde-à-vous !, 宇宙の戦士
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### Cultural and Academic Context
*Starship Troopers* is foundational to the field of literature and is studied and preserved in academic and cultural contexts. It is linked to:
- **University of Barcelona authority ID**: 981060927480506706
- **Dictionary of Archives Terminology ID**: literary-works
- **Encyclopedia of China (third edition) ID**: 223088
- **Nomenclature for Museum Cataloging ID**: 13535
- **Thesaurus Linguae Aegyptiae ID**: R5CMB55TONDPPKYZCQSNGMQASA

### Maintenance and Curation
*Starship Troopers* is maintained by WikiProject Books, which ensures its accurate documentation and categorization. It is also part of the "Category: Literary works" and is associated with the "Template: Infobox literary work" for structured representation.

### Distinction from Other Concepts
*Starship Troopers* is distinct from the general term "Werk" and has a separate descriptive page to ensure clarity in classification. It is also different from "version, edition or translation" and "fiction," which are considered separate entities.

### Role in Digital and Cultural Archives
*Starship Troopers* is cataloged and preserved in digital and cultural archives using specific identifiers and classification systems, ensuring its long-term accessibility and scholarly engagement.

### Author and Contributions
Robert A. Heinlein, the author of *Starship Troopers*, was an American author and aeronautical engineer (1907–1988). He was best known for his pioneering contributions to science fiction, particularly in military science fiction and space opera. His works, including *Starship Troopers* and *Stranger in a Strange Land*, had a lasting impact on the genre and continue to influence modern literature. Heinlein also contributed to aeronautical engineering, working in various roles related to aviation and space technology.

### Awards and Recognition
*Starship Troopers* received numerous awards, including the Hugo Award for Best Novel, recognizing its significant impact on science fiction literature. Robert A. Heinlein, the author, received the Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master Award, the Hugo Award for Best Novel, the Inkpot Award, and was inducted into the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame.

### Influence on Literature and Culture
*Starship Troopers* had a profound influence on science fiction and literature. Its themes of individualism, social critique, and space exploration introduced new themes and characters that have influenced countless authors and readers. The novel's contributions to the genre have helped shape the modern science fiction landscape.

### Legacy
The legacy of *Starship Troopers* endures through its enduring influence on literature and its pioneering role in shaping the science fiction genre. Its themes and concepts continue to resonate with readers and authors alike, and its impact on military science fiction remains significant. The novel's legacy continues to inspire new generations of writers and readers.

## References

1. Internet Speculative Fiction Database
2. [Source](http://www.thehugoawards.org/hugo-history/1960-hugo-awards/)
3. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
4. [Starship Troopers by Robert A. Heinlein | LibraryThing](https://www.librarything.com/work/7802)
5. [Source](https://golden.com/wiki/Starship_Troopers-BWGPD)
6. Goodreads