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Peter Bradford Benchley (May 8, 1940 – February 11, 2006) was an American author, screenwriter, and environmental activist. He is known for his bestselling novel Jaws and co-wrote its movie adaptation with Carl Gottlieb.
Explore Peter Benchley's life, deep affinity with the sea, and lasting impact on literature and ocean conservation. Join us in honoring his legacy and uncovering his profound influence on our understanding of sharks and the oceanic world.
Peter Benchley. Writer: Jaws. Grandson of famed humorist and actor Robert Benchley and the son of highly respected children's books author Nathaniel Benchley, novelist Peter Benchley's book were decidedly more dramatic in their content and style than his father's, and usually centered on the world's oceans as a backdrop to his vigorous plots.
Jaws is a novel by American writer Peter Benchley, published in 1974. It tells the story of a large great white shark that preys upon a small Long Island resort town and the three men who attempt to kill it.
Feb 13, 2006 · Peter Benchley, whose 1974 novel ''Jaws'' turned shark attacks into a national obsession and who later used what he called his ''fish story'' to help promote oceanic...
The consummate ocean advocate, Peter wrote many books and countless articles and wrote and narrated dozens of documentaries about both the wonders of marine life and the threats they face.
When President Johnson left office in January of 1969, I began a career as a freelance writer. I wrote stories for dozens of newspapers and magazines, including National Geographic, The New Yorker, LIFE, and The New York Times.
Feb 8, 2024 · Peter Bradford Benchley entered the world amidst the bustling streets of New York City on 8 May 1940. Over the ensuing six and a half decades, he emerged as a prominent figure in global conservation efforts, earning widespread recognition and respect.
Nov 17, 2022 · Nearly five decades have passed since Peter Benchley wrote the book that changed everything for sharks. Now, as a new edition is released, the late author’s wife, psychologists and scientists...
Feb 13, 2006 · Peter Benchley, whose novel “Jaws” terrorized millions of swimmers, is dead at age 65, his widow said Sunday.
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