Robert Laxalt
Author of 'The Man Who Sold the World'
Born
September 25th, 1923
102 years ago
Died
March 23rd, 2001
24 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American author focused on themes related to the culture and landscape of the American West, particularly Nevada. Wrote several novels and works of nonfiction, drawing from personal experiences and heritage. Contributed significantly to the representation of Basque culture in literature. His literary career included a mix of historical and contemporary subjects, revealing insights into the lives of his characters and their environments.
Published 'The Horseman' in 1957
Authored 'Sweet Promised Land' in 1965
Wrote 'The Man Who Sold the World' in 1970
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