John Dickson Carr

John Dickson Carr (1906–1977) was an American writer, screenwriter and novelist.

Also recorded as Carr Dickson; Carter Dickson; Roger Fairbairn.

John Dickson Carr in brief

Born
1906
Died
1977
Known for
writer,screenwriter,novelist,journalist
Place of birth
Uniontown

Overview

Born at Uniontown in 1906, died at Greenville in 1977.

In detail

John Dickson Carr studied at The Hill School. the recorded working language is English.

Robert Louis Stevenson is recorded as an influence.

Works named in the authority record are The Hollow Man, The Burning Court and The White Priory Murders.

Distinctions recorded are The Grand Master and Grand Prix de Littérature Policière.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “John Dickson Carr”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q365664: John Dickson Carr

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