1917 - 1967
Carson McCullers was an American author, playwright, and essayist, born on February 19, 1917, in Columbus, Georgia. She is best known for her novels such as "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" and "The Member of the Wedding," which explore themes of loneliness and the human condition in the American South. McCullers' distinctive voice and poignant storytelling have made her a significant figure in 20th-century literature.