Tony Hillerman: Quick Facts

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Also Known As	Anthony Grove Hillerman
Born	May 27, 1925 • Oklahoma
Died	October 26, 2008 (aged 83) • Albuquerque • New Mexico
Awards And Honors	Edgar Award (1974)
Notable Works	“Dance Hall of the Dead” • “People of Darkness” • “Skinwalkers” • “The Blessing Way” • “The Shape Shifter”

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