Ross Thomas

Ross Thomas (born February 19, 1926 in Oklahoma City, USA, died December 18, 1995 in Santa Monica, USA) was a mystery writer. He is best known for his witty thrillers that expose the mechanisms of professional politics. Some of his books were published under the pseudonym Oliver Bleeck.

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February 19 - 1926 - Oklahoma City - USA - December 18 - 1995 - Santa Monica - Thriller

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Thomas served in the Philippines during World War II. He worked as a public relations specialist, reporter, union spokesman, and political strategist in the USA, Bonn (Germany), and Nigeria before becoming a writer. He won an Edgar Award For Best First Mystery for The Cold War Swap, and an Edgar Award For Best Mystery for Briarpatch.

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Philippines - World War II - Bonn - Nigeria - Edgar Award

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