A Graveyard for Lunatics

Ray Bradbury was an acclaimed American author and screenwriter known for his prolific contributions to the science fiction and mystery genres. Born in Illinois in 1920, his love for writing emerged at a young so that by the age of 12, he had begun writing his own stories. Bradbury's most renowned works include "Fahrenheit 451," "The Martian Chronicles," and "Something Wicked This Way Comes." Over his career, he wrote more than 400 short stories and close to 50 books. Bradbury received numerous awards, including the National Medal of Arts in 2004 and a Pulitzer Prize Special Citation in 2007. Beyond books, his ideas were also manifested across television, film, and theater. Bradbury passed away in 2012, leaving an indelible legacy in literature.