Hervey Allen
Hervey Allen
December 8, 1889 – December 28, 19497
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William Hervey Allen was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (USA). His first book, Wampum and Old Gold, was awarded the Yale Younger Poets Prize. Allen is best known for his work Anthony Adverse. He also planned a series of novels about colonial America called The Disinherited. He completed three work…
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What is Hervey Allen best known for?
Hervey Allen is most widely recognized for his historical novel "Anthony Adverse," which was a significant bestseller in the 1930s and adapted into a major motion picture.
Is there a reading order for Hervey Allen's books?
Hervey Allen wrote a series of historical novels set in colonial America, often referred to as "The Disinherited" series. These include "The Forest and the Fort," "Bedford Village," and "Toward the Morning," which follow the character Salathiel Albine.
Are any of Hervey Allen's books adapted into movies?
Yes, his most famous novel, "Anthony Adverse," was adapted into a successful film in 1936, starring Fredric March and Olivia de Havilland.