Russell Warren Howe

Russell Warren Howe died in his sleep last night in Washington, D.C. He was a marvelous character, an enormously respected journalist and an engaged presence in covering a number of literary fronts.

In August, he wrote this illuminating essay for Book World about his friend Richard Wright.

By Ron Charles |  December 17, 2008; 5:02 PM ET Marie Arana
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