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Sites containing information on the works and the life of John Jakes. The author's novel, "North and South" was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize. He was born in 1932, and he and his wife, Rachel, live in both South Carolina and Fairfield County, Connecticut. The author has published over 200 short stories and 60 books in several different genres though he is best known for his historical fiction.

Resources in This Category

• IMDb:John Jakes

  http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0415887/
  Contains the author's filmography for his television mini-series.

• RPPS Cultural Service: John Jakes

  http://www.angelfire.com/bc/RPPS/fullosia_press_2002/sept_2002_school_daze/bastard_rebel_kent_jakes.htm
  Includes a synopsis of the books, "The Bastard" and "The Rebels," and a brief biography.

• The John Jakes Website

  http://www.johnjakes.com/
  The author's official site, promoting his historical novels: includes biography, contact information, an excerpt from his latest book, and bibliography.

• University of South Carolina: John Jakes

  http://library.sc.edu/spcoll/amlit/jakes.html
  The author's papers from 1973 to 2001 are available for research and consultation.

• Yahoo! Groups: John Jakes

  http://tv.groups.yahoo.com/group/northandsouth/messages/
  Includes a message board for fans of the author's book and the mini-series, "North and South."

 

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