Joan Didion.

A biography of journalist, novelist, essayist, and screenwriter Joan Didion is presented. Didion was born on December 5, 1934 in Sacramento, California to Frank Reese and Eduene Jerret Didion. She merged as a prominent voice in post-World War II American letters. She began writing feature pieces in 1961 for "Vogue" and other magazines. Her achievements are mentioned. Her works include "Run River," "A Book of Common Prayer," and "Democracy."