Peter S. Beagle
Author of 'The Last Unicorn'
Born
April 20th, 1939
86 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American author and screenwriter, Beagle gained prominence with the publication of 'The Last Unicorn' in 1968, which became a classic in fantasy literature. The story was adapted into an animated film in 1982, further cementing its status in popular culture. Beagle's works often explore themes of identity, loss, and the passage of time. He has also contributed to television and film, writing for adaptations of his own and others’ stories.
Wrote 'The Last Unicorn'
Adapted 'The Last Unicorn' into a film
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