James Jones

Novelist, Author

1921 – 1977

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Who was James Jones?

James Jones was an American author known for his explorations of World War II and its aftermath. He won the 1952 National Book Award for his first published novel, From Here to Eternity, which was adapted for the big screen immediately and made into television series a generation later.

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Born
Nov 6, 1921
Robinson
Also known as
  • James Ramon Jones
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Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Education
  • New York University
Died
May 9, 1977
Southampton

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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