Erwin Mortier
Belgian author and poet
Born
November 28th, 1965
59 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Belgium
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Born in 1965, this Belgian author and poet gained recognition for literary works that explore themes of memory and identity. Utilizing a unique narrative style, created poignant novels and poetry collections that reflect on personal and historical subjects. The author's works often draw from personal experiences and delve into the complexities of human emotions.
Published 'My Fellow Skin' in 2001
Won the Prix Rossel in 1999
Authored 'Slowness' in 2006
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