Paul Bowles

Date of Birth: December 30, 1910

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Date of Death: November 18, 1999

Biography

Paul Bowles was an American composer, author, and translator, born on December 30, 1910, in Queens, New York. He is renowned for his contributions to music and literature, particularly his work as a composer of classical music and an author of novels and short stories. Bowles was a key figure in the expatriate literary scene in Tangier, Morocco, where he lived for more than fifty years. His most famous novel, “The Sheltering Sky,” published in 1949, was later adapted into a film by Bernardo Bertolucci. Bowles’ music career includes compositions for orchestras, ballets, and theater productions. His works are characterized by their innovative use of rhythm and harmony, often influenced by his experiences and travels.

5 Interesting Facts about Paul Bowles

1. Paul Bowles moved to Paris in the 1930s, where he studied music under composer Aaron Copland.

2. He married author and playwright Jane Auer in 1938, and the couple had a complex, unconventional relationship.

3. Bowles’ novel “The Sheltering Sky” was included in the “Time 100 Best English-language Novels from 1923 to 2005.”

4. He composed music for several notable American plays, including works by Tennessee Williams.

5. Bowles was also a prolific translator, translating works of Moroccan authors from Arabic to English, helping to introduce Moroccan literature to a global audience.