Nelson Ahlgren Abraham, a celebrated American author, is notable for his exceptional novels that exceed the limitations of traditional naturalism by incorporating his depictions of poverty with a deep-seated sense of pride, humor, and an unrelenting yearning for something greater. His remarkable narrative skills are further distinguished by his unmatched capacity to grasp the very heart of the city's gritty underside, where the throbbing cadence of jukeboxes, the pungent scent of neglect, and the dazzling illumination of neon lights all merge to form a richly textured canvas of urban decay and renewal.
Personal Details
BornMar 28, 1909 Detroit, Michigan, USA
Spouse
Betty Ann Jones
( Feb 27, 1965 to Dec 31, 1969 )Amanda Kontowicz
( Dec 31, 1969 to May 10, 2025 )
Biography
Career
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2015
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1967

Fearless Frank as Needles
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2021
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1965
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2021

Algren as Writer
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2016

Nelson Algren Live as Writer
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2015
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1962

Walk on the Wild Side as Novel
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1955

The Man with the Golden Arm as Novel