James Thurber Rank
About James Thurber
During the early years of his career, James Thurber worked with The Columbus Dispatch newspaper as a news reporter. He later moved to the New York Evening Post, before joining The New Yorker as one of their editors in 1927.
It was during his time with this newspaper firm that he started his career as a cartoonist. Known for his humorous sketches, Thurber was considered as one of the best in the business during the 1930s and 1940s.
As an author
Throughout his career, Thurber published many novels and children's literature. He gained popularity with his 1931 book “The Owl in the Attic and Other Perplexities”. His other notable works included “My Life and Hard Times” and “Further Fables for Our Time”.
Family
He was the son of Mary Agnes Fisher and Charles L. Thurber. He was married twice. His first to Althea Adams, which ended in 1935, produced a child. He later became the husband of Helen Wismer.
Education
Thurber was a graduate of Ohio State University.
Trivia
An award, which has been named after him, was established in 1997 to celebrate American humorists.
He collaborated with writer E. B. White on many projects.
A number of his works have inspired some great films like “The Battle of the Sexes” and “The Male Animal”.
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F.A.Q. about James Thurber
When is his birthday?
James Thurber's birthday is on December 8, 1894.
In how many days is his birthday?
James' birthday is in 235 days
How old was James when he died?
He was 66 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 2, 1961.
How old would he be today?
James Thurber would be 129 years old if he was alive today.
Where was James from?
He was born in Columbus, Ohio, U.S..