William Saroyan

Armenian-american novelist, playwright, and short story writer (1908-1981).

Born August 31st, 1908 in Fresno. [ref]

Died May 18th, 1981 at 72 years old in Fresno (prostate cancer). [ref]

Occupations
novelist, playwright, poet, screenwriter, songwriter, writer
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What would life be worth if there were no death? Who would enjoy the sun if it never rained? Who would yearn for the day if there were no night? Glenn Ringtved