About Donald Elder
Lived 1913 – 1965 (aged 52). Donald Elder was an American writer and editor.
Donald Elder (1913–1956) was an American author and editor. He edited Doubleday, Doran and Co. and was also the author of Ring Lardner, A Biography, which details the life of the great humorist from Niles, Michigan.
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Who was Donald Elder?
American editor and writer
When was Donald Elder born?
Donald Elder was born on 15 April 1913 in Detroit.
When did Donald Elder die?
Donald Elder died on 5 May 1965.
What was Donald Elder's occupation?
Donald Elder was a writer and editor.
What nationality was Donald Elder?
Donald Elder was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Donald Elder. https://biography.guide/donald-elder/
MLA: "Donald Elder." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/donald-elder/.
Chicago: "Donald Elder." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/donald-elder/.
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