Caleb Carr

Caleb Carr (1955–2024) was an American author and military historian, best known for The Alienist, a historical mystery that introduced Dr. Laszlo Kreizler, and its sequel The Angel of Darkness. He taught military history at Bard College, wrote military and political pieces for The Washington Post, The New York Times, and The Wall Street Journal, and worked in film, television, and theater. His memoir My Beloved Monster tells of his bond with Masha, his half-wild companion.