Alan Furst
Alan Furst
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Alan Furst is a renowned American author known for his literary contributions to the genres of historical fiction, espionage, and mystery.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on February 1, 1941
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: American
Profession: Author
Early Life and Background
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Alan Furst was born in New York City to a family of writers. His father, Harold Furst, was an editor for Doubleday & Co., while his mother, Elsie Furst (née Frank), was a writer and editor herself. Growing up in a household that valued literature and writing laid the groundwork for Alan's future career.
Furst grew up in New York City and later attended Princeton University, where he developed an interest in history and languages. After graduating with a degree in English Literature, Furst moved to Paris, France, which would become his adopted home and a significant source of inspiration for his writing.
Major Accomplishments
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Alan Furst's literary career spans over three decades, during which he has written twenty-four novels that have garnered critical acclaim. His works often explore the complexities of Europe during World War II and its aftermath. His meticulous research and vivid descriptions have captivated readers worldwide.
Some of his notable works include:
The Spies of Warsaw (2008) - a historical novel set in Poland and France
Spilt Blood (1994) - a mystery novel that delves into the world of espionage
Notable Works or Actions
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Furst's novels often blend elements of history, politics, and social issues. His writing is characterized by its immersive style, which transports readers to the era he depicts.
Some notable works include:
Miss Gotham (1997) - a historical novel set in 1940s America
Light of the Moon (2015) - a historical novel that explores the lives of women during World War II
Impact and Legacy
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Alan Furst's writing has left an indelible mark on the literary world. His meticulous research, coupled with his vivid descriptions, has made his works some of the most critically acclaimed novels of their time.
Furst's impact extends beyond his literary contributions as well. His dedication to historical accuracy and detail has set a new standard for writers in the historical fiction genre.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Alan Furst is widely quoted and remembered due to his:
Immersive writing style, which transports readers into the era he depicts.
Meticulous research, which sets a new standard for writers in the historical fiction genre.
* Critical acclaim, with numerous awards and nominations, including three Edgar Awards and two Hemingway Foundation/PEN Award citations.
Quotes by Alan Furst
Whether you like it or not, Paris is the beating heart of Western civilisation. It's where it all began and ended.
He was, in military life, a sergeant. Casson had already guessed that by the time he got around to mentioning it. A sergeant: good at getting things done. By the book so long as it worked. By being crooked if that’s what it took.
When you are done living for yourself, only then do you learn that living for others is the privilege,’ Renata.
I don’t just want my books to be about the ’30s and ’40s. I want them to read as if they had been written then. I think of them as ’40s novels, written in the conservative narrative past.
But the world doesn’t run on logic, it runs on the seven deadly sins and the weather. – Alan Furst; Red Gold.
I grew up reading genre writers, and to the degree that Eric Ambler and Graham Greene are genre writers, I’m a genre writer.