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James Ellroy

(1948) Writer United States

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James Ellroy describes fear as a mischievous child that grabs at you just when you think you can banish it. He points out that money acts as a great equalizer, shaping many outcomes. He also notes that noir fiction often hides a theme of male self‑pity, influencing how characters view themselves.

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James Ellroy is a writer from the United States, best known for The Black Dahlia.

Quick Facts About James Ellroy

Born
March 4, 1948
Nationality
United States
Profession
Writer
Notable works
The Black Dahlia
Known for
L.A. Quartet, Underworld USA Trilogy, Lloyd Hopkins Trilogy

About James Ellroy

Lee Earle "James" Ellroy is an American crime fiction writer and essayist. Ellroy has become known for a telegrammatic prose style, wherein he frequently omits connecting words and uses only short, staccato sentences, and in particular for the novels The Black Dahlia (1987) and L.A. Confidential (1990).

Awards & Honors

Edgar Awards

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