works of ray bradbury

Many authors of the 20th century have had great influences on their readers. Ray Bradbury is one such author. It is probably safe to say that anyone who has read his work is impressed with it. But to read his work is often not enough. It helps to know how, when, and where he grew up. It also helps to know what events in history took place during his lifetime. Once you know theses facts, it is easier to understand where his writing comes from.
Ray Douglas Bradbury, the author of more than 500 published literary works, was born in Waukegan, Illinois, on August 22, 1920.( Bradbury moved with his family to Tucson, Arizona, when he was 6, but returned to Waukegan the following year. In 1932, Bradbury¹s father lost his job and the family again moved to Tucson, only to return to Waukegan the next year. In 1934, when Bradbury was 14, the family moved permanently to Los Angeles, California. Mr. Bradbury still resides in Los Angeles, but regards Waukegan as his hometown and has used ...