Beckett, Samuel
1906 - 1989

The Irishman Samuel Beckett is one of the most influential authors of the 20th century and a prominent figure within...

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Williams, Tennessee
1911 - 1983

American playwright born in Columbus, Mississippi as Thomas Lanier Williams. His father was a travelling shoe salesman, and...

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Irving, John
1942 -

American novelist born as John Wallace Blunt, Jr. in Exeter, New Hampshire. His mother was a nurse and his stepfather...

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Appelfeld, Aharon
1932 - 2018

The Jewish author Aharon Appelfeld is widely known in Israel and his books have been translated into many languages. He was...

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