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Darryl Ponicsan
Born in Shenandoah, Darryl Ponicsan has written several novels, two of which were made into successful motion pictures in 1973. "Cinderella Liberty" starred James Caan and "The Last Detail" starred Jack Nicholson. Both stories revolve around life in the U.S. Navy. Each film was nominated for various Academy Awards.

Andoshen: Darryl Ponicsan / Published mid-1970's, Recently re-issued; A novel based on the author's growing up in Shenandoah and Ringtown. The title is a convolution of the word "Shenandoah".
The Accomplice: Darryl. Ponicsan / Published 1975
Cinderella Liberty a Novel: Darryl Ponicsan / Published 1973
The Ringmaster: Darryl Ponicsan / Published 1978
Tom Mix died for your sins : a novel based on his life: Darryl Ponicsan
An Unmarried Man: Darryl Ponicsan / Published 1980

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