Authors who died on December 2

Take a focused look at the authors who passed away on December 2. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1969 José María Arguedas

  Prominent Peruvian novelist, anthropologist, and poet who deeply explored indigenous Andean culture and social dynamics in his literary...

• 1980 Romain Gary

  Romain Gary was a remarkable French writer, diplomat, and World War II aviator who achieved the unique distinction of winning the...