Screenwriter, Author. He is best known for his novel “A Fine Madness”,  which was made into a 1966 film with Sean Connery and Joanne Woodward. After starting his career during the 1950s writing for such shows as “Robert Montgomery Presents”, “Armchair Theatre”,  and “Way Out”, Baker wrote screenplays for the films “Luv”, (1967), “Viva Max!”, (1969) and “Breakout”, (1975). His other notable books include “Pocock & Pitt” and “The Penny Wars”. He died of cancer. (bio by: C.S.)