Clifford Irvingbooks in chronological order

Clifford Irving (1917–2007) was an American novelist known for his prolific output and, infamously, his fabrication of the memoirs of Howard Hughes. Early in his career, Irving honed his skills working as a copy boy at The New York Times, establishing a foundation for his writing. He developed a distinctive style blending Western, legal, and often surreal narratives, frequently employing a somewhat detached, almost clinical tone. His novels spanned a range of genres, from mythic Westerns like The Valley to legal thrillers such as Trial and explorations of unusual characters like The Losers and The 38th Floor.