The Liberation of Lord Byron Jones by Jesse Hill Ford, Jr
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The Liberation of Lord Byron Jones by Jesse Hill Ford, Jr
Author
Jesse Hill Ford, Jr.
Lifespan
1928-1996
Author Biography
Jesse Hill Ford, originally from Troy, Alabama, experienced a series of geographical transitions before establishing himself as a notable writer. After studying under influential figures such as Donald Davidson and Andrew Lytle, Ford embarked on a successful writing career, achieving recognition for his works in various mediums. However, a highly publicized incident in 1970 significantly impacted his personal life and professional trajectory. Despite his contributions as a writer-in-residence and the publication of his screenplays, Ford faced personal challenges and ultimately succumbed to depression, tragically taking his own life.
Publisher
Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, edited by Beverley Park Rilett, http://AlabamaAuthors.org
Publication Date
1993
Original Publication
The Liberation of Lord Byron Jones. Boston, MA; Little, Brown, 1965; rpt Athens; University of Georgia Press, 1993.
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Citation
Ford, Jesse Hill, Jr., “The Liberation of Lord Byron Jones by Jesse Hill Ford, Jr,” Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, accessed October 5, 2024, https://alabamaauthors.org/items/show/8131.