Harry Crews
Harry Eugene Crews was born to sharecroppers in Georgia during the Great Depression.
After his father's death, he moved to Florida with his mother and stepfather.
Crews served in the Korean War and later attended the University of Florida.
His writing career began with the publication of "The Gospel Singer" in 1968.
Crews taught English at the University of Florida until retiring in 1997 to focus on writing.
Known for his prolific output, he published an average of one novel per year throughout his career.
Crews' work often explored Southern themes and characters.
He passed away in 2012 at the age of 78.
