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Paul Auster was an acclaimed American author known for his postmodern fiction and exploration of themes such as identity, chance, and the nature of reality.

His works include The New York Trilogy, The Book of Illusions, and 4 3 2 1.

Auster received numerous literary awards and honors, including the Prince of Asturias Prize for Literature and the NYC Literary Honors.

His writing was translated into over 40 languages, and he was a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters.

Auster's unique storytelling style and philosophical approach to literature earned him a dedicated following and critical acclaim throughout his career, which spanned several decades until his death in 2024 at age 77.