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Jim Thompson (September 27, 1906 – April 7, 1977) was an American novelist and screenwriter primarily known for his hardboiled crime fiction, which often featured morally ambiguous protagonists and dark, gritty settings. Thompson began writing at a young age and, despite initially publishing his work in paperback originals from the late 1940s through the mid-1950s, he achieved significant recognition posthumously. His writing style was characterized by its unflinching portrayal of violence, psychological complexity, and exploration of the darker aspects of human nature.