Amis, Kingsley
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The great English man of letters Kingsley Amis passed away on Oct 22, 1995 in his home in London, England. Amis was renowned for his satirical wit in his themes of nonsensical social adjustment and conformity. His literary career also included forays into the science fiction and mystery genres.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1996
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Harris, E. Lynn
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Harris, who was born around 1955, self-published his first novel, 'Invisible Life.' The novel describes the hardships of African American homosexuals and bisexuals. The book, along with his second and third novels, 'Just As I Am' and 'And This Too Shall Pass,' have sold over 300,000 copies.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1996
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Conroy, Pat
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Conroy is one of the publishing industry's best-selling novelists, and noted for such works as 'The Prince of Tides' and 'The Great Santini.' All six of his novels are loosely based on his experiences growing up in a large dysfunctional southern family.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1996
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