Disappearance: American writer and poet Russel Banks dies at the age of 82
American writer and poet Russell Banks died of cancer on Saturday at the age of 82, his publisher Dan Halpern said.
A great writer has died. American writer Russel Banks died of cancer this Saturday at the age of 82, his publisher Dan Halpern told the AP.
The author of “Adrift Continents” and “Cloudslayer” “passed away peacefully at his home in upstate New York,” tweeted writer Joyce Carol Oates this Sunday morning, paying tribute to his friend.
Very sad news that a great American writer, Russell Banks, a beloved friend of so many, passed away peacefully at his home in upstate New York last night. I loved Russell and his tremendous talent and big heart. “Cloudsplitter” – his masterpiece. but all his work is exceptional
— Joyce Carol Oates (@JoyceCarolOates) January 8, 2023
He had also signed the novels De beaux matins (1991) and Affliction (1989), making him one of the greatest progressive novelists.
Since his death was announced, many netizens have paid tribute to the writer and posted photos, sometimes associated with messages in his mind.
Russell Banks 1940 – 2023
Copyright: Edouard Caupeil#russelbanks #riprusselbanks pic.twitter.com/BTR9yuG1tw
— Addicted Culture (@AddictCultur) January 8, 2023
In 1995, Russel Banks, author of more than twenty books, was awarded the John Dos Passos Prize, which annually recognizes an American writer who has received little recognition during his career.
