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Raymond Carver

Raymond Carver (25 May 1938 – 2 August 1988) was a penman, poet, screenwriter, novelist, prose writer, teacher, short story writer. Honours include Guggenheim Fellowship and O. Henry Award.

The Bookish Elf has reviewed 1 book by Raymond Carver, mostly short stories, first published in 1983.

Born 25 May 1938, ClatskanieFrom United States
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Cathedral cover
Cathedral1983 · ★ 4.0
GenresShort Stories 1Publishers

Awards & honours

2 recorded
O. Henry Award1983

Literary prizes

O. Henry Award 1983

Honours & fellowships

Guggenheim Fellowship 1978

Books

1 book
Cathedral cover
Cathedral1983 · ★ 4.0

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We have reviewed 1 book by Raymond Carver: Cathedral.

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