Elizabeth Spencer
American novelist and playwright
Born
Died
2019
6 years ago — 98 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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American novelist, short story writer, and playwright. Authored notable works including 'The Light in the Piazza', which premiered on Broadway and won several awards. Worked primarily in the southern Gothic genre, drawing inspiration from the American South. Wrote for various magazines and received recognition for both short stories and full-length novels. Contributed to literary journals, enhancing the visibility of southern writers. Held a teaching position at the University of North Carolina, where she influenced a new generation of writers.
Wrote 'The Light in the Piazza'
Published numerous short stories
Taught at the University of North Carolina
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