About Jim Murphy
Lived 1947 – 2022 (aged 74). Jim Murphy was an American writer, historian, novelist, children's writer, non-fiction writer and young adult author.
James John Patrick Murphy (September 25, 1947 – May 1, 2022) was an American author. He wrote more than 35 nonfiction and fiction books for children, young adults, and general audiences, including more than 30 about American history. Murphy was raised in St. Stephen's parish in nearby Kearny.
Murphy died on May 1, 2022, at his home in Woodstock, New York. He was 74; the cause of death was not known.
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Who was Jim Murphy?
American children's writer of history
When was Jim Murphy born?
Jim Murphy was born on 25 September 1947 in Kearny.
When did Jim Murphy die?
Jim Murphy died on 1 May 2022 in Woodstock.
What was Jim Murphy's occupation?
Jim Murphy was a writer, historian, novelist, children's writer, non-fiction writer and young adult author.
What nationality was Jim Murphy?
Jim Murphy was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jim Murphy. https://biography.guide/jim-murphy-writer/
MLA: "Jim Murphy." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/jim-murphy-writer/.
Chicago: "Jim Murphy." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/jim-murphy-writer/.
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