Allen Drury

Journalist and author of 'Advise and Consent'

Allen Drury - Journalist and author of 'Advise and Consent'
Born

September 2nd, 1918
106 years ago

Died

September 2nd, 1998
26 years ago — 80 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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A significant figure in American literature, this individual gained prominence as a journalist and novelist. The work 'Advise and Consent', published in 1959, achieved critical acclaim and won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1960. This novel focused on political intrigue and the machinations of Washington, D.C., portraying the struggles within the U.S. Senate. Beyond fiction, contributions included reporting for various newspapers and influential commentary on significant political issues of the time. The narrative style reflected a deep understanding of political dynamics and human behavior within government.

Authored 'Advise and Consent'

Won Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1960

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