Murray, Albert 1916-2013

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Albert Lee Murray (1916-2013) was an American novelist, essayist, and literary and jazz critic. Born in Alabama, he attended the Tuskegee Institute, graduating in 1939; he served in the U.S. Air Force from 1943-1962. He and Ralph Ellison were close friends and correspondents.
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creatorOf Albert Murray papers Houghton Library
referencedIn Ralph Ellison Papers, 1890-2005, (bulk 1930-1994) Library of Congress. Manuscript Division
referencedIn Books & Co. records, 1978-1997 New York Public Library. Manuscripts and Archives Division
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Birth 1916-05-12

Death 2013-08-18

Americans

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