Jim Thompson

Born in Anadarko, Oklahoma Territory, USA

Born:

September 27, 1906

Died:

April 7, 1977 (age 70)

James Myers Thompson (September 27, 1906 – April 7, 1977) was an American novelist and screenwriter, known for his hardboiled crime fiction. Notable works include The Grifters, After Dark, My Sweet an… more