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Iconic Author Paul Auster Passes Away at 77: A Literary Legend Remembered

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Discover the legacy of Paul Auster, the celebrated literary figure whose works inspired millions and captivated readers worldwide.

Paul Auster, known as the Patron Saint of Literary Brooklyn, passed away at the age of 77, leaving behind a legacy of critically acclaimed works that have shaped the literary world. With masterpieces like “The New York Trilogy,” Auster drew inspiration from his adopted borough, capturing the essence of New York City in his writings. His unique storytelling and charismatic writing style gained him worldwide acclaim and a devoted following.

The news of Paul Auster's death has left a void in the literary community, with many remembering how his novels resonated with them during their formative years. Auster, a novelist, screenwriter, and a game-changer in the literary world, will be dearly missed by fans and fellow writers alike.

Auster's impact extended beyond the borders of the U.S., as his works touched readers around the globe. His versatility as a writer, spanning from novels to screenplays, showcased his immense talent and creativity. Whether it was the intricate plots of “The New York Trilogy” or the cinematic brilliance of “Smoke,” Auster’s contributions to literature are unmatched.

In remembrance of the iconic author, let us celebrate the life and works of Paul Auster, a visionary whose words will continue to inspire generations of readers. His profound storytelling and unwavering dedication to his craft have left an indelible mark on the literary landscape.

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Paul Auster, the Patron Saint of Literary Brooklyn, Dies at 77 (The New York Times)

With critically lauded works like “The New York Trilogy,” the charismatic author drew inspiration from his adopted borough and won worldwide acclaim.

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A quick memory of Paul Auster: novelist, screenwriter, and... game ... (Eurogamer.net)

Sad news this morning with the death of Paul Auster at 77. Like a lot of people, I suspect, I discovered his books in my late teens and early 20s.

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Paul Auster: muere a los 77 años el escritor estadounidense ... (BBC Mundo)

El aclamado escritor Paul Auster falleció en su casa en Nueva York tras luchar durante meses con un cáncer de pulmón.

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Paul Auster, 'New York Trilogy,' 'Smoke' writer, dies at 77 (Los Angeles Times)

Paul Auster, the famed American postmodern writer behind 'Smoke,' has died at 77. The bestselling author was diagnosed with cancer in 2022.

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Paul Auster: Author of The New York Trilogy dies aged 77 (BBC News)

The writer was best known for The New York Trilogy and gained cult status in the 1980s and 90s.

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Paul Auster, autor de "La trilogía de Nueva York", muere a los 77 años (CNN)

Auster, que nació en Newark, Nueva Jersey, en 1947, tuvo una larga carrera no solo como célebre novelista, sino también como ensayista, traductor, guionista y ...

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Paul Auster, prolific and experimental man of letters and filmmaker ... (The Associated Press)

Author Paul Auster has died at age 77. Auster was a prolific, prize-winning man of letters and filmmaker known for such inventive narratives and ...

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Paul Auster muere a los 77 años (New York Times en Español)

Uno de los escritores más emblemáticos de su generación, fue un prolífico novelista, autor de memorias y guionista que saltó a la fama en la década de 1980.

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Muere el escritor estadounidense Paul Auster a los 77 años (orm.es)

El autor de obras como 'La trilogía de Nueva York', 'Sunset Park', 'Invisible' o 'El libro de las ilusiones' ha fallecido a consecuencia de un cáncer de ...

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Paul Auster has died at age 77. (Literary Hub)

Paul Auster, beloved American writer, died yesterday at 77, at his home in Brooklyn. Auster rose to prominence in the mid 80s with his widely beloved “New ...

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Paul Auster, celebrated and experimental author, dies at 77 (PBS NewsHour)

Called the “dean of American post-modernists” and “the most meta of American meta-fictional writers,” Auster blended history, politics, genre experiments, ...

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'A literary voice for the ages': Paul Auster remembered by Ian ... (The Guardian)

The critically acclaimed American writer has died aged 77. Here, contemporaries pay tribute to his life and work.

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Paul Auster, novelist, 1947-2024 (Financial Times)

Prolific author who combined formal experimentation with popular appeal and was a fixture of the New York literary scene.

Remembering best-selling author Paul Auster | Here & Now (Here And Now)

A leading figure in his generation of postmodern American writers, Auster wrote more than 20 novels. His acclaimed New York Trilogy included his 1985 bestseller ...

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Jewish novelist Paul Auster, bard of Brooklyn, dies at 77 (Jewish Telegraphic Agency)

Raised in West Orange and nearby Maplewood, New Jersey — heavily Jewish suburbs of Newark that he depicted in the 2017 autobiographical novel “4 3 2 1” – Auster ...

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Paul Auster, bestselling author of 'New York Trilogy,' dead at 77 (New York Post)

U.S. novelist and screenwriter Paul Auster died of complications from lung cancer at his home in Brooklyn on Tuesday evening aged 77.

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Paul Auster was the bard of Brooklyn (The Economist)

FOR BOOKISH students in the 1990s, it seemed no bedside table was without a dog-eared novel by Paul Auster. His books, including the popular “The New York ...

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Paul Auster, Prolific and Experimental Man of Letters and Filmmaker ... (TIME)

Paul Auster, a prolific, prize-winning man of letters and filmmaker known for “The New York Trilogy" and “4 3 2 1,” has died at age 77.

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Paul Auster, 'The New York Trilogy' author and filmmaker, dies at 77 (USA TODAY)

Auster died on Tuesday evening due to complications from lung cancer, his literary agent Carol Mann Agency confirmed to USA TODAY on Wednesday. The author was ...

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Paul Auster, author of 'New York Trilogy,' dead at 77 (CNN)

Auster, who was born in Newark, New Jersey in 1947, had a long career not only as a celebrated novelist, but also as an essayist, translator, screenwriter and ...

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Paul Auster, who chronicled New York on the page and on screen ... (The Architect's Newspaper)

Auster's work is integrally linked not just to New York but to the happenings of an artsy, pre-gentrified, 1980s Brooklyn. A Park Slope resident, he expertly ...

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Paul Auster, author who explored New York and life's riddles, dies at ... (The Washington Post)

Over more than 30 books, Mr. Auster often used New York as a backdrop for stories of characters struggling to make sense of life's random chaos.

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How Jewish literature and activism shaped the work of Paul Auster (Forward)

The celebrated author of 'The New York Trilogy,' who died at age 77, expressed a 'deep solidarity with his Jewish past.'

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Paul Auster obituary (The Guardian)

Author of The New York Trilogy who conjured up a world of wonder and happenstance, miracle and catastrophe.

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Paul Auster, prolific and experimental man of letters and filmmaker ... (FOX5 Las Vegas)

Paul Auster, a ...

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Paul Auster: a great American writer of sophistication, innovation ... (The Conversation UK)

The cover of the novel The New York Trilogy by Paul Auster, showing an apartment. Faber & Faber. In 1982, Auster planted himself on the literary scene ...

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“Crazy with the poison of Vietnam in my lungs.” Paul Auster on the ... (Literary Hub)

As police, administrators, politicians, and outsiders attack college protesters in a wave of reactionary repression, I am reminded of the role the recently- ...

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Paul Auster, prolific and experimental man of letters and filmmaker ... (Valley News Live)

Paul Auster, a ...

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