Kornbluth
Kornbluth is a surname of Ashkenazi Jewish origin. The name has appeared in various fields, most notably in American science fiction literature. The best-known bearer is Cyril M. Kornbluth (1923–1958), a prolific writer active in the 1940s and 1950s. He produced numerous short stories and novels, including collaborations with Frederik Pohl such as The Space Merchants (1952). His solo story "The Marching Morons" (1951) is among his best-known works. Kornbluth's work is characterized by satirical social critique, brisk plotting, and ideas that influenced mid-century science fiction. He died at age 34, leaving a lasting imprint on the genre.
The surname remains most closely associated with him, though other individuals with the name have appeared