Robert arthur jr biography

American writer (1909–1969)

For the film producer, see Robert Arthur.

Robert Arthur Jr. (November 10, 1909 – May 2, 1969) was a writer and editor of crime fiction and speculative fiction^[1] known for his work with The Mysterious Traveler radio series and for writing The Three Investigators, a series of young adult novels.^[2][3]

For his radio work, Arthur—together with writing partner David Kogan—was honored with three Edgar Awards by the Mystery Writers of America.^[4][5][6] He also adapted at least one story, and had several of his own adapted by others, for Alfred Hitchcock's TV show, Alfred Hitchcock Presents.^[7]

Biography

Personal life

Arthur was born on November 10, 1909, in Fort Mills, Corregidor Island in the Philippines while his father, Robert Arthur Sr., was stationed there as a lieutenant in the United States Army.

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