Catherine Cookson

English author of historical novels

Catherine Cookson - English author of historical novels
Born

1906
119 years ago

Died

June 11th, 1998
27 years ago — 92 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in 1906 in Tyne and Wear, this author gained prominence for a series of novels set in the North of England. Brought up in a working-class family, early life experiences fueled storytelling. The first significant work, 'The Girl', published in 1950, received critical acclaim and established a successful writing career. Over the following decades, more than 100 novels were published, many of which were adapted into television dramas. Cookson's stories often featured themes of resilience and human experience, resonating with a wide audience. In 1995, an honorary degree from the University of Sunderland acknowledged literary contributions.

Published over 100 novels

Wrote 'The Girl' in 1950

Many works adapted into television dramas

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