Irving Wallace
Born in 1916
Irving Wallace was a prolific American author and screenwriter known for his bestselling novels.
Born in Chicago and raised in Wisconsin, he began writing for magazines as a teenager.
During World War II, he served in the Army Air Force's First Motion Picture Unit.
Wallace transitioned to Hollywood screenwriting after the war before focusing on novel writing.
His books, often extensively researched, tackled controversial topics and blended fact with fiction.
Notable works include The Chapman Report, The Prize, and The Word.
Wallace published 33 books in his lifetime, many becoming international bestsellers.
His writing often explored social and political themes, making him a popular author of his time.
