David Malouf

Australian author and playwright

David Malouf - Australian author and playwright
Born

March 20th, 1934
91 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Australia

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An Australian author and playwright, celebrated for contributions to literature. Wrote novels, essays, and plays, often exploring themes of identity and belonging. Achieved critical acclaim and received numerous awards for literary work. Served as a significant voice in Australian literature, bringing attention to both personal and cultural narratives.

Won the Booker Prize for 'The Conversations at Curlow Creek'

Authored the acclaimed novel 'Remembering Babylon'

Wrote the play 'The Happy Life'

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