About Morton Marcus
Lived 1936 – 2009 (aged 73). Morton Marcus was an American novelist, journalist, film critic, poet, author and film criticism.
Legacy
Marcus's poetry archive, working papers, interviews, and correspondence are held in the Special Collections at University of California, Santa Cruz. The Morton Marcus Memorial Poetry Reading has become an established annual poetry reading series, bringing some of the most accomplished poets in the country to Santa Cruz County. This yearly event is held in November each year, is free to the public, and is sponsored by UC Santa Cruz, Cabrillo College, Ow Family Properties, Bookshop Santa Cruz, and the family of Morton Marcus.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Morton Marcus?
American poet
When was Morton Marcus born?
Morton Marcus was born on 10 September 1936 in New York City.
When did Morton Marcus die?
Morton Marcus died on 28 October 2009 in Santa Cruz.
What was Morton Marcus's occupation?
Morton Marcus was a novelist, journalist, film critic, poet, author and film criticism.
What nationality was Morton Marcus?
Morton Marcus was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Morton Marcus. https://biography.guide/morton-marcus/
MLA: "Morton Marcus." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/morton-marcus/.
Chicago: "Morton Marcus." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/morton-marcus/.
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