15th World Science Fiction Convention
| Loncon I, the 15th World Science Fiction Convention | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Science fiction |
| Venue | King's Court Hotel |
| Location(s) | London |
| Country | England |
| Inaugurated | September 6–9, 1957 |
| Attendance | 268 |
The 15th World Science Fiction Convention, also known as Loncon I, was held 6–9 September 1957 at the King's Court Hotel in London, England.[1] It was the first Worldcon held outside North America.[2]
The chairman was Ted Carnell. The guest of honor was John W. Campbell, Jr., the editor of Astounding magazine. Total attendance was 268. Events included a "fancy dress ball" on the evening of Friday, September 6.[3]
Awards
The Hugo Awards, named after Hugo Gernsback, are presented every year for the best science fiction or fantasy works and achievements of the previous year.[4] Results are based on the ballots submitted by members of the World Science Fiction Society.[5]
- Best American Professional Magazine: Astounding Science Fiction edited by John W. Campbell, Jr.
- Best British Professional Magazine: New Worlds edited by John Carnell
- Best Fanzine: Science Fiction Times edited by James V. Taurasi, Sr., Ray Van Houten, and Frank R. Prieto, Jr.
See also
References
- ^ "Fans of Science Fiction Meet Sept. 6 in London". Chicago Tribune. August 30, 1957. p. B16. Retrieved March 6, 2011.
- ^ "Imaginative Writers". The Glasgow Herald. August 30, 1957. p. 6. Retrieved March 7, 2011.
- ^ "Martians Invited". Eugene Register-Guard. Associated Press. September 4, 1957. p. 4C. Retrieved March 6, 2011.
- ^ "1957 Hugo Awards". The Hugo Awards. World Science Fiction Society. Retrieved March 6, 2011.
- ^ "Hugo Award FAQ". The Hugo Awards. World Science Fiction Society. Retrieved September 7, 2011.
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