John Edward Williams

John Edward Williams (August 29, 1922 – March 3, 1994) was an American author, editor and professor. He was best known for his novels Butcher's Crossing (1960), Stoner (1965), and Augustus (1972), which won a U.S. National Book Award.

This article is about the 20th century American author. For the British socialist activist, see Jack Williams (socialist activist). For the 1885 Wisconsin legislator from Eau Claire, see Thomas Edward Williams (politician).
John Williams
Born(1922-08-29)August 29, 1922
Clarksville, Texas, US
DiedMarch 3, 1994(1994-03-03) (aged 71)
Fayetteville, Arkansas
Occupation
  • Author
  • editor
  • professor
GenreNovel
Notable worksButcher's Crossing (1960)
Stoner (1965)
Augustus (1972)
Notable awardsNational Book Award
1973 Augustus
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