Thurber, James
(1894-1961) American writer. James Thurber is known as a humorist, writer, and illustrator. His works include: "Is Sex Necessary?" (1929), "The Owl in the Attic and Other Perplexities" (1931), "My Life and Hard Times" (1933), "The Middle-Aged Man on the Flying Trapeze" (1935), "Let Your Mind Alone!" (1937), and "Fables for Our Time" (1940).
His Life and Times
Read the first chapter of Thurber's biography, penned by Harrison Kinney. Courtesy of the Washington Post.
Read the first chapter of Thurber's biography, penned by Harrison Kinney. Courtesy of the Washington Post.
Thurber's World
See a self-portrait of the multi-talented humorist or find a wealth of resources created in his honor. Read quotes and a tribute.
See a self-portrait of the multi-talented humorist or find a wealth of resources created in his honor. Read quotes and a tribute.