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Gibbon, Perceval, 1879-1926

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Perceval Gibbon (November 4 1879-May 30, 1926) was an author and journalist, serving for the Rand Daily Mail in South africa, as well as for other publications. He is best remembered for his short stories, the best of which often contained an ironic twist at the end.

He was born in Trelech, Carmarthenshire, Wales.

His early works were influenced by his extensive travels throughout Europe, America, and Africa.

During World War I he was a war correspondent.

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