These Essential Authors Were Shaped By Their Time in War

Time on or near the front lines shaped these authors' lives and work.

By John Tuttle | Published Jan 28, 2021
Authors in war; J.R.R. Tolkien's regiment
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Louisa May Alcott

1832-1888

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Pierre Boulle

1912-1944

authors in war; Pierre Boulle
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Agatha Christie

1890-1976

authors in war; agatha christie
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John Hersey

1914-1993

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Alistair MacLean

1922-1987

authors in war; Alistair MacLean
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Harold "Hal" Moore

1922-2017

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J.R.R. Tolkien

1892-1973

authors who served; J.R.R. Tolkien
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Mark Twain

1835-1910

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Mercy Otis Warren

1728-1814

authors in war; Mercy Otis Warren
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