Born on a winter's day, December 28, 1933, Charles Portis, a celebrated American author, first drew breath in the quaint and picturesque city of El Dorado, Arkansas, United States of America. Throughout his illustrious career, this talented wordsmith has left an indelible mark on the literary landscape, his remarkable body of work comprising iconic films such as True Grit, both the 2010 and 1969 adaptations, as well as his captivating novel, Gringos, a testament to his boundless creativity and skill.
Charles Portis's extraordinary life was characterized by an unwavering dedication to the art of writing, a passion that would ultimately lead to his untimely departure from this mortal coil on February 17, 2020, in the culturally rich and vibrant city of Little Rock, Arkansas, USA. Even in death, Portis's enduring legacy continues to captivate and delight readers and audiences from far and wide, a testament to the enduring power of his remarkable literary creations.
