Penguin Books publishes the first "paperback" book.
Studs Lonigan - A Trilogy[?] is published by James T. Farrell[?]. In 2001, the book would be named as one of the 100 best English-language novels of the 20th century by the editorial board of the American Modern Library.
... May 21 - Robert Montgomery, actor (+ 1981)
June 2 - Johnny Weissmuller, American swimmer and actor
July 12 - Deng Xiaoping, Chinese politician and leader
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