Alistair MacLean

Alistair MacLean

Deceased · Born: Apr 21, 1922 · Died: Feb 2, 1987

Personal Details

BornApr 21, 1922 Glasgow, Scotland
Spouse
  • Mary Marcelle Georgius

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Gisela Heinrichsen

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

Alistair Stuart MacLean, a Scottish novelist of unparalleled renown and distinction, came into this world on April 21, 1922, and departed it on February 2, 1987, leaving behind a legacy that continues to captivate readers to this very day.

Throughout his illustrious career, MacLean penned a plethora of thrillers and adventure stories that would go on to leave an indelible mark on the literary world, his works effortlessly transcending borders and captivating readers from all corners of the globe.

With his unique blend of wit, intelligence, and a keen sense of storytelling, MacLean managed to craft a literary identity that was both distinctive and enduring, his novels becoming instant classics that would continue to be devoured by readers for generations to come.

And so, it is little wonder that MacLean's name has become synonymous with excellence in the world of literature, his contributions to the realm of thriller and adventure fiction being celebrated and cherished by readers and writers alike.

Next person biography:

The literary output of this celebrated author is replete with iconic creations that have left an indelible mark on the world of storytelling. Among his most renowned and enduring works are The Guns of Navarone, Ice Station Zebra, and Where Eagles Dare, each of which has been transformed into a cinematic masterpiece, thereby solidifying the author's reputation as a virtuoso of narrative craft.

Alistair MacLean's notable literary creations...

• The Guns of Navarone

• Ice Station Zebra

• Where Eagles Dare

Noted author, Kenneth MacLean, has showcased his impressive literary prowess by not only publishing numerous works under his own name, but also by adopting the pseudonym Ian Stuart, thereby allowing him to explore diverse writing styles and genres, thereby further solidifying his reputation as a versatile and accomplished wordsmith.

Career

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1995
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1993
Detonator
Detonator as Novel
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1989
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1980
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1979
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1978
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1977
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1975
Breakheart Pass
Breakheart Pass as Screenplay
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1974
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1972
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1971
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1970
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1968
Where Eagles Dare
Where Eagles Dare as Novel, Screenplay, Story
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1965
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1961
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