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R. A. Lafferty

Raphael Aloysius "R. A." Lafferty (November 7, 1914 – March 18, 2002) was an American science fiction and fantasy writer known for his original use of language, metaphor, and narrative structure, Lafferty also wrote a set of four autobiographical novels, a history book, and several novels of historical fiction. source

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American writer (1914–2002)

Born 7 November 1914
Died 18 March 2002

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Photo of R. A. Lafferty

American writer (1914–2002)

Born 7 November 1914
Died 18 March 2002

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Fiction, science fiction, general American Science fiction Fiction, science fiction, humorous Science fiction Fiction, science fiction, space exploration Science fiction, American Fiction Fiction, general Short stories Fantasy fiction Fiction, science fiction, collections & anthologies Detective and mystery stories Fantasy fiction, history and criticism Fiction, science fiction, action & adventure Fiction, short stories (single author) History Science Fiction Science fiction, american Science fiction, history and criticism American Authors American Detective and mystery stories American Fantasy fiction American Horror tales American Political fiction American Short stories

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Chicago (Ill.) Oklahoma Rome

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R. A. Lafferty

Time

20th century 19e siècle 19th century 20e siècle Empire, 30 B.C.-476 A.D.

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  • R.A Lafferty
  • R.A. LAFFERTY
  • R.A. lafferty
  • Raphael Aloysius "R. A." Lafferty
  • Raphael Aloysius Lafferty
  • R. A. (Raphael Aloysius) Lafferty
  • R. A. (Raphaël Aloysius) Lafferty
  • r.a. lafferty
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