Walter Tevis

Walter Tevis (1928–1984) was an American novelist and screenwriter known for bridging science fiction and mainstream fiction. His best-known works include The Hustler, The Man Who Fell to Earth, Mockingbird, and The Queen’s Gambit, several of which were adapted into successful films or a Netflix miniseries.

San Francisco, California, USA Feb 28, 1928 Wikipedia Website
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