William E. Burrows, Journalist and Space Author, Dies at 87 in Connecticut

William E. Burrows, a renowned journalist and author who delved into the challenges and opportunities of space exploration, passed away on June 29 in Bridgeport, Conn. He was 87 years old.

Mr. Burrows' career was shaped by his early fascination with aviation, from crashing model airplanes in his childhood home in Queens to clandestinely pursuing flying lessons as a teenager near what is now Kennedy International Airport.

He provided insightful coverage on air travel, space technology, government secrecy, and other diverse topics for reputable publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Wall Street Journal.

Literary Legacy

During his lifetime, he authored a total of 14 books, exploring themes ranging from the proliferation of space-based weapons and spy satellites to the potential threat posed by earth-shattering asteroids.

In addition to his written contributions, he established a distinguished graduate program in science writing at New York University, where he also imparted his knowledge of journalism to students.

His former wife, Joelle Hodgson, confirmed his passing in a hospital, citing kidney failure as the cause.