Born
February 21, 1962
Ithaca, United States
Died
September 12, 2008
Claremont, United States
Known for
American fiction writer and essayist
David Foster Wallace (1962–2008) was United States best known for American fiction writer and essayist.
David Foster Wallace (February 21, 1962 – September 12, 2008) was an American writer, novelist, and essayist. He is most widely known for his 1996 novel <i>Infinite Jest</i> and his compelling essays. Wallace challenged literary norms, seeking to connect with readers on a deeply human level.
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David Foster Wallace died on September 12, 2008 in Claremont, United States, at the age of 46.
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David Foster Wallace was born in Ithaca, United States on February 21, 1962.
What is David Foster Wallace best known for?
David Foster Wallace is best known for American fiction writer and essayist.
How old was David Foster Wallace when they died?
David Foster Wallace was 46 years old at the time of death.
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David Foster Wallace was from United States.
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