Richard Bach

Novelist and essayist, 'Jonathan Livingston Seagull'

Richard Bach - Novelist and essayist, 'Jonathan Livingston Seagull'
Born

June 23rd, 1936
89 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An American author and essayist, significant contributions included works blending philosophical themes with fiction. 'Jonathan Livingston Seagull' became a bestseller, emphasizing personal freedom and self-discovery through the story of a seagull. Other notable writings include 'Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah' and 'One'. These works reflect on the nature of life and human potential, capturing the imagination of readers worldwide. Bach's writing often involved themes of flight and spirituality, drawing from personal experiences as a pilot.

Wrote 'Jonathan Livingston Seagull'

Published 'Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah'

Authored 'One'

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