Edward Abbey, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Edward Abbey

American author and essayist

Date of Birth: 29-Jan-1927

Place of Birth: Home, Pennsylvania, United States

Date of Death: 14-Mar-1989

Profession: screenwriter, writer, environmentalist, philosopher, novelist, essayist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius

Edward Paul Abbey (January 29, 1927 – March 14, 1989) was an American author and essayist noted for his advocacy of environmental issues, criticism of public land policies, and anarchist political views.
His best-known works include the novel The Monkey Wrench Gang, which has been cited as an inspiration by environmental and eco-terrorist groups, and the non-fiction work Desert Solitaire.