Forrest J Ackerman

American collector of science fiction books and movie memorabilia (1916-2008).

Born November 24th, 1916 in Los Angeles. [ref]

Died December 4th, 2008 at 92 years old in Los Angeles (myocardial infarction). [ref]

Occupations
Esperantist, actor, art collector, collector, editor, fanzine editor, historian, journalist, literary agent, novelist, publisher, science fiction fan, science fiction writer, writer
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It is nothing to die. It is frightful not to live. Victor Hugo