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Robert James Waller
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Robert James Waller Jr.
August 1, 1939 Charles City, Iowa, U.S.
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| Died | March 10, 2017 (aged 77) Fredericksburg, Texas, U.S.
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| Education | University of Northern Iowa, BA '62, MA '64 Kelley School of Business, Indiana University Bloomington, PhD '68 |
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Notable work
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The Bridges of Madison County |
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Georgia Ann Wiedemeier
(m. 1961; div. 1997)Linda Bow
(m. 2004) |
| Children | 1 |
Robert James Waller (born August 1, 1939 – died March 10, 2017) was an American writer. He was most famous for his book, The Bridges of Madison County, which became very popular in 1993. Robert Waller was also a talented photographer and musician.
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Early Life and Education
Robert James Waller was born in Charles City, Iowa, and grew up in Rockford, Iowa. He went to the University of Northern Iowa and later to Indiana University Bloomington. There, he earned a special degree in business in 1968.
Career as a Professor
After finishing his studies, Robert Waller returned to the University of Northern Iowa. He started teaching subjects like management and economics. In 1977, he became a full professor. He later became the leader, or dean, of the College of Business in 1980. He retired from this job in 1986.
Becoming a Famous Author
Robert Waller became well-known for his writing. Many of his books appeared on The New York Times bestseller list. His novel, The Bridges of Madison County, was the top best-seller in 1993. This book was so popular that it was made into a movie. Another one of his novels, Puerto Vallarta Squeeze, was also turned into a film.
Later Life and Passing
Robert Waller passed away on March 10, 2017, at his home in Fredericksburg, Texas. He was 77 years old.
Books by Robert James Waller
Novels
- The Bridges of Madison County (1992)
- Slow Waltz in Cedar Bend (1993)
- Puerto Vallarta Squeeze (1995)
- Border Music (1995)
- A Thousand Country Roads: An Epilogue to The Bridges of Madison County (2002)
- High Plains Tango (2005)
- The Long Night of Winchell Dear (2007)
Other Books
- Just Beyond the Firelight (1988)
- One Good Road is Enough (1990)
- Iowa: Perspectives on Today and Tomorrow (1991)
- Old Songs in a New Café (1994)
- Images (1994)
- The Summer Nights Never End...Until They Do: Life, Liberty, and the Lure of the Short-Run (2012)
Music
- The Ballads of Madison County: a Collection of Songs; Audio CD (1993)
Images for kids
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