I see the Sciblings are reading most significant science fiction and fantasy
I've read 46 of the 50 for what it is worth, never could finish "Little Big"...
I see most people are missing Cordwainer Smith, his work is mostly out of print, but the New England Science Fiction Association has a nice new edition for sale online
It is well worth reading, the short stories include some of the best written.
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Bora passes on (and supplements) a request for must read SF
here are some they missed
So many wonderful books! I was surprised. As much as I love science fiction, I've only read about a quarter of books on this "most significant science fiction" list that's been floating around.
Once again, my sheep-like characteristics manifest themselves and I find myself dutifully following Orac, PZ
Tikistitch has put up a list of the "Most Significant SF & Fantasy Books of the Last 50 Years" (hey, as old as I am!). Put the ones you've read in bold — I've put my list below the fold.