David Vann

David Vann is an American author and historian. He is best known for his novels, such as 'Carry', which won the PEN/Faulkner Award, and 'Legion', which was a finalist for the National Book Award. Vann has also written extensively on the history of libraries and the role of books in society. He is a professor of English at the University of California, Irvine, and has taught courses on literature and history.