Alan Hollinghurst
English novelist and poet
Born
May 26th, 1954
71 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent novelist and poet, contributions include exploring themes of love, sexuality, and class in contemporary society. The debut novel 'The Swimming-Pool Library' gained attention for its candid portrayal of gay life in the 1980s. The novel 'The Line of Beauty' won the Booker Prize in 2004, further solidifying reputation in literary circles. Various translations of works by significant authors showcase a dedication to literature and language.
Wrote 'The Swimming-Pool Library'
Won the Booker Prize for 'The Line of Beauty'
Contributed translations of notable works
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