Russell Hoban
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Russell Conwell Hoban (February 4, 1925 – December 13, 2011) was a British-American writer. His works span many genres, including fantasy, science fiction, mainstream fiction, magical realism, poetry, and children's books. He lived in London from 1969 until his death.
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Born | Russell Conwell Hoban (1925-02-04)February 4, 1925 Lansdale, Pennsylvania, US |
Died | December 13, 2011(2011-12-13) (aged 86)[1] London, England, UK |
Occupation | Writer, illustrator |
Nationality | American |
Notable awards | Whitbread Prize 1974 Campbell Memorial Award 1982 |
Spouse | • Lillian Hoban (1944–1975, divorced); 4 children (Phoebe, Abrom, Esmé, Julia) • Gundula Ahl (1975–2011); 3 children (Jake, Ben, Wieland)[2][3] |
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