About Basil Wells
Lived 1912 – 2003 (aged 91). Basil Wells was an American science fiction writer and novelist.
Basil Eugene Wells (June 11, 1912 – December 23, 2003) was an American writer. His first published story, "Rebirth of Man" appeared in the magazine Super Science Stories in 1940. He wrote science fiction, fantasy western and detective stories for various magazines sometimes under the name Gene Ellerman. Two collections of his stories, Planets of Adventure and Doorways to Space were published by Fantasy Publishing Company, Inc.
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Who was Basil Wells?
American writer (1912-2003)
When was Basil Wells born?
Basil Wells was born on 11 June 1912 in Springboro.
When did Basil Wells die?
Basil Wells died on 23 December 2003.
What was Basil Wells's occupation?
Basil Wells was a science fiction writer and novelist.
What nationality was Basil Wells?
Basil Wells was American.
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