john marquand
Definition
- Proper noun:
- John Marquand: An American author known for creating the fictional Japanese detective character Mr. Moto and for writing numerous other novels. He lived from 1893 to 1960.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- John Marquand won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1938 for his novel "The Late George Apley."
- The detective stories featuring John Marquand's character Mr. Moto were adapted into several films.
Advanced Usage
- Literary reference: The name is used to refer to the author's body of work or his specific contribution to the detective genre.
- The literary style of John Marquand is noted for its sharp social satire.
Variants and Related Words
- Marquand, John P. Marquand: Full name variants.
- Mr. Moto: The fictional detective character created by John Marquand.
Synonyms
- Author, novelist, writer.
Related Phrases
- "A Marquand novel": A novel written by John Marquand.
- She is an avid reader of a Marquand novel for its social commentary.
Noun
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United States writer who created the Japanese detective Mr. Moto and wrote other novels as well (1893-1960)
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