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Also Known As Paul Frederic Bowles
Born December 30, 1910 • New York City • New York
Died November 18, 1999 (aged 88) • Tangier • Morocco • (Anniversary in 5 days)
Notable Works “The Sheltering Sky”
Notable Family Members spouse Jane Bowles
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