Truman Capote

Truman Capote (September 30, 1924 – August 25, 1984) was an American writer.

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September 30 - 1924 - August 25 - 1984 - American - Writer

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He is best known for his "nonfiction novel" (a phrase he himself coined to describe journalism with a literary voice) In Cold Blood and the novella Breakfast at Tiffany's, both of which were adapted into movies. He wrote a childhood memoir called A Christmas Memory that he adapted for television and narrated. His television films made him famous. His works have become classics in the literary world.

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Novel - In Cold Blood - Novella - Breakfast at Tiffany's - Memoir - Television

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