Thomas M. Disch is the author of such classic works of science fiction as "Camp Concentration, 334, The Brave Little Toaster, " and "On Wings of Song, " all of which are cited in David Pringle's "Science Fiction: 100 Best Novels." His criticism has appeared in the country's leading magazines and newspapers. His book "The Castle of Indolence" was a nominee for the National Book Critic Circle's Award in Criticism.