Authors who died on May 6

Take a focused look at the authors who passed away on May 6. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 2014 Farley Mowat

  Farley Mowat was a renowned Canadian writer and environmentalist, best known for his works on nature and the environment. His books, which often drew from personal experience and field research, have been translated into multiple languages and sold millions of copies worldwide. [bio]