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Wednesday, July 19, 2006

Frank Morrison Spillane (March 9, 1918 – July 17, 2006), better known as Mickey Spillane, was an American author of crime novels. He was known for his series of novels featuring his signature detective character, Mike Hammer, among other works. He died Monday.

Listen to National Public Radio's Neda Ulaby's tribute to Mickey Spillane, from the program All Things Considered, free from npr.org

Mickey Spillane
Mickey Spillane