Hatcher Hughes

Hatcher Hughes (12 February 1881, Polkville, North Carolina – 19 October 1945, New York City) was an American playwright. He was on the teaching staff of Columbia University from 1912 onward. He was awarded the 1926 Pulitzer Prize for his 1923 play Hell-Bent Fer Heaven.

Hatcher Hughes
Born(1881-02-12)12 February 1881
Polkville, North Carolina
Died19 October 1945(1945-10-19) (aged 64)
New York City
EducationUniversity of North Carolina, Chapel Hill (BA, MA)
OccupationPlaywright
Years active1918–1934
SpouseJanet Ranney
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