Age, Biography and Wiki
| Birth Day | January 30, 1935 |
| Birth Place | Tacoma, WA |
| Age | 89 YEARS OLD |
| Birth Sign | Aquarius |
Net worth: $1.3 Million (2024)
Richard Brautigan, the esteemed novelist from Washington, has made his mark on the literary world with his unique and imaginative storytelling. With his remarkable talent, Brautigan has amassed a net worth of approximately $1.3 million as estimated for the year 2024. Known for his unconventional prose and lyrical writing style, he has captivated readers with his thought-provoking novels that often explore themes of counterculture and existentialism. Brautigan's literary contributions have garnered him both critical acclaim and a dedicated fan base, securing his position as a notable figure in the world of literature.
About
An American fiction writer and poet known for his frequent use of satire, black comedy, and parody, he is most famous for his 1967 novel, Trout Fishing in America. His other well-known works include In Watermelon Sugar (1968) and The Tokyo-Montana Express (1980).
Before Fame
He grew up in the Pacific Northwest and wrote for his Oregon high school's newspaper during his teenage years. In 1955, he was diagnosed with both clinical depression and paranoid schizophrenia.
Trivia
He died of a self-inflicted .44 Magnum gunshot wound to the head.
Family Life
He was born in Tacoma, Washington to a factory worker father and a waitress mother. In 1957, he married Virginia Dionne Alder; together, the couple had one daughter.
Associated With
He and Susan Eldridge both grew up in the Pacific Northwest.
