Ann Petry
American novelist, wrote 'The Street'
Born
October 12th, 1908
116 years ago
Died
April 28th, 1997
28 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Petry began her writing career in the 1940s, exploring themes of race and gender through fiction. She gained significant recognition with the publication of 'The Street' in 1946, which was the first novel by an African American woman to sell over a million copies. Petry's works often focused on the struggles and aspirations of African Americans, reflecting social issues of the time. Throughout her career, she published several novels, short stories, and children's books. Petry also worked as a journalist and editorial assistant, furthering her contributions to literature and culture.
Wrote 'The Street'
First African American woman to sell over a million copies
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