About Frank Owen
Lived 1893 – 1968 (aged 74–75). Frank Owen was an American writer, novelist, children's writer, anthropologist and author.
Owen's "Quest of a Noble Tiger" was the cover story in the January 1943 Weird TalesFrank Owen (1893 – October 13, 1968) was an American author, novelist and anthologist. He wrote 10 novels in the 1930s under the pseudonym Roswell Williams, a name which is sometimes erroneously listed as his real name. Owen is best known for his oriental fantasy short stories, Owen also co-wrote several children's collections with his wife, Ethel Owen.
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Who was Frank Owen?
American writer (1893-1968)
When was Frank Owen born?
Frank Owen was born in 1893.
When did Frank Owen die?
Frank Owen died on 13 October 1968.
What was Frank Owen's occupation?
Frank Owen was a writer, novelist, children's writer, anthropologist and author.
What nationality was Frank Owen?
Frank Owen was American.
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