Edward Abbey
American author and essayist (1927–1989) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Edward Paul Abbey (January 29, 1927 – March 14, 1989) was an American author and essayist noted for his advocacy of environmental issues, criticism of public land policies, and anarchist political views. His best-known works include the novel The Monkey Wrench Gang, which has been cited as an inspiration by radical environmental groups, and the non-fiction work Desert Solitaire.
American author and essayist (1927–1989)
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| Born | (1927-01-29)January 29, 1927 Indiana, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | March 14, 1989(1989-03-14) (aged 62) Tucson, Arizona, U.S. |
| Occupation | Essayist, novelist |
| Notable works | The Monkey Wrench Gang |