Born
May 25, 1938
Clatskanie, United States
Died
August 2, 1988
Port Angeles, United States
Known for
penman, poet, screenwriter, novelist, prose writer, teacher, short story writer
Raymond Carver (1938–1988) was United States best known for penman, poet, screenwriter, novelist, prose writer, teacher, short story writer.
Raymond Clevie Carver Jr. (May 25, 1938 – August 2, 1988) was an American short story writer and poet from Clatskanie, Oregon. He mastered the short story form, bringing a quiet realism to the lives of ordinary people. His work, including *Cathedral*, significantly revived the genre, earning him widespread acclaim and a lasting legacy.
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Raymond Carver died on August 2, 1988 in Port Angeles, United States, at the age of 50.
Where was Raymond Carver born?
Raymond Carver was born in Clatskanie, United States on May 25, 1938.
What is Raymond Carver best known for?
Raymond Carver is best known for penman, poet, screenwriter, novelist, prose writer, teacher, short story writer.
How old was Raymond Carver when they died?
Raymond Carver was 50 years old at the time of death.
What nationality was Raymond Carver?
Raymond Carver was from United States.
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