Alan Le May

Alan Le May

Deceased · Born: Jan 3, 1899 · Died: Apr 27, 1964

Personal Details

BornJan 3, 1899 Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Biography

Alan Le May, a multifaceted literary talent, made a lasting impact on the world of storytelling through his diverse range of creative endeavors. While he may be most famously associated with the novels that inspired two iconic Western films, The Searchers (1956) and The Unforgiven (1960),his impressive body of work extends far beyond these cinematic adaptations.

Prior to dedicating himself to a career in writing, Le May honed his craft as a journalist, amassing a wealth of experience and skills that would serve him well in his future endeavors. Ultimately, he transitioned to become a full-time author, producing an impressive 17 novels throughout his illustrious career.

As a novelist, Le May demonstrated a remarkable versatility, crafting stories that captivated readers and left a lasting impression on the literary landscape. His work continues to be celebrated and studied by scholars and enthusiasts alike, a testament to his enduring influence on the world of literature.

Career

1960
1956
1955
1953
1952
I Dream of Jeanie
I Dream of Jeanie as Screenplay
1951
Quebec
Quebec as Writer
1950
Rocky Mountain
Rocky Mountain as Screenplay, Story
The Sundowners
The Sundowners as Screenplay, Story
1949
The Walking Hills
The Walking Hills as Story, Screenplay
1948
Tap Roots
Tap Roots as Screenplay
1947
Cheyenne
Cheyenne as Screenplay
Gunfighters
Gunfighters as Screenplay
1945
San Antonio
San Antonio as Screenplay
1942
1940
1950
High Lonesome
High Lonesome as Director, Writer