Birthdate: May 1, 1923
Sun Sign: Taurus
Birthplace: Coney Island, New York, United States
Died: December 12, 1999
Joseph Heller was a celebrated American author recognized for his novels, short stories, plays, and screenplays. His most famous creation, the 1961 novel Catch-22, delves into the satire of war and bureaucracy, introducing the phrase that describes irrational or paradoxical situations. Heller’s writing typically intertwined humor with somber subjects, garnering him praise from critics and a Nobel Prize in Literature nomination in 1972. His works consistently highlighted the intricacies and absurdities of human behavior.
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