Shapes of the River by Eugene Walter
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Book Title
Shapes of the River by Eugene Walter
Author
Eugene Walter
Lifespan
1927-1998
Author Biography
Eugene Walter, a multifaceted figure in literature, theater, and film, emerged from Mobile, Alabama, where he was raised by his grandparents before being informally adopted by Hammond Gayfer, a prominent local figure. Walter's creative journey took him through various artistic pursuits, including acting, writing, set design, and puppetry. He found his way to New York and Paris, where he contributed to literary magazines, penned novels, and engaged in the vibrant artistic scenes. Eventually, Walter returned to Mobile, leaving behind a diverse body of work, encompassing novels, poetry, essays, and culinary writings, before his passing in 1998.
Publisher
Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, edited by Beverley Park Rilett, http://AlabamaAuthors.org
Publication Date
1955
Original Publication
Joint Publication: Shapes of the River. London; Gaberbocchus Press, 1955.
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Citation
Walter, Eugene, “Shapes of the River by Eugene Walter,” Alabama Authors of the 19th & 20th Centuries, accessed October 5, 2024, https://alabamaauthors.org/items/show/8957.