Guyanese writer Jan Carew, best known for his novel Black Midas, died last Wednesday from natural causes at his home at Louisville, Kentucky, in the United States.
He was 92.
His wife, Joy Carew, told Stabroek News that while members of his family would profusely miss him and is still trying to come to grips with his death, they were relieved at his passing since he no longer has to suffer in illness.
“He touched many lives, both directly and indirectly,