Raymond Carver 1938-1988


A highly influential short story writer and poet from the Pacific Northwest. He revitalized the American short story in the 1980s with his minimalist, gritty depictions of working-class life.

 

Biographical Overview

  • Lived from 1938 to 1988
  • Born: Jan 1, 1938, Clatskanie, OR
  • Died: Jan 1, 1988, Port Angeles, WA

 

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Last updated: 2026-10-07