David Goodis

Who is this?

David Loeb Goodis (March 2, 1917 – January 7, 1967) was an American writer of crime fiction noted for his output of short stories and novels in the noir fiction genre. Born in Philadelphia, Goodis alternately resided there and in New York City and Hollywood during his professional years. According to critic Dennis Drabelle, "Despite his [university] education, a combination of ethnicity (Jewish) and temperament allowed him to empathize with outsiders: the working poor, the unjustly accused, fugitives, criminals."

Career

1. 1917
   Born
2. 1967
   Passed away

Trivia

• •Place of birth: Philadelphia
• •Citizenship: United States
• •Known as: writer, novelist, screenwriter