Nathan C. Heard was born on November 7, 1936 in Newark, New Jersey, USA. He was an actor, known for Gordon's War (1973). He died on March 16, 2004 in Livingston, New Jersey, USA.
Dropped out of high school after the 10th grade. Began writing while
serving time at New Jersey State Prison for armed robbery and began
writing. Later taught creative writing at Rutgers University and Fresno
State.
Author of five novels which drew from his experiences in prison and on
the tough streets of Newark. His 1968 debut, "Howard Street," sold more
than 1 million copies and was acclaimed for its gritty realism and
insight into the urban black experience.