Difference between revisions of "Gore Vidal"
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American writer, playwright. Many of his novels contain homosexual themes, and caused both sensation and scandal at the time of publishing. Twice ran for congressional politics. Known for his political commentary and intellect. Notable novels, of 31 written, include 'Myra Breckenridge' (1968), and Lincoln (1984). Notable screenplays include 'Ben Hur'(1959), 'The Best Man' (1960), and 'Billy The Kid' (1989). Noted for his numerous essays and commentaries. Live-in partner for 53 years was Howard Austen, though it was a secret relationship. | American writer, playwright. Many of his novels contain homosexual themes, and caused both sensation and scandal at the time of publishing. Twice ran for congressional politics. Known for his political commentary and intellect. Notable novels, of 31 written, include 'Myra Breckenridge' (1968), and Lincoln (1984). Notable screenplays include 'Ben Hur'(1959), 'The Best Man' (1960), and 'Billy The Kid' (1989). Noted for his numerous essays and commentaries. Live-in partner for 53 years was Howard Austen, though it was a secret relationship. | ||
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* http://www.biography.com/people/gore-vidal-39660 | * http://www.biography.com/people/gore-vidal-39660 | ||
* http://www.theparisreview.org/interviews/3917/the-art-of-fiction-no-50-gore-vidal | * http://www.theparisreview.org/interviews/3917/the-art-of-fiction-no-50-gore-vidal | ||
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Revision as of 15:11, 10 May 2017
Country
United States
Birth - Death
1925 - 2012
Occupation
Writer
Description
American writer, playwright. Many of his novels contain homosexual themes, and caused both sensation and scandal at the time of publishing. Twice ran for congressional politics. Known for his political commentary and intellect. Notable novels, of 31 written, include 'Myra Breckenridge' (1968), and Lincoln (1984). Notable screenplays include 'Ben Hur'(1959), 'The Best Man' (1960), and 'Billy The Kid' (1989). Noted for his numerous essays and commentaries. Live-in partner for 53 years was Howard Austen, though it was a secret relationship.
