Geraldine Brooks

Novelist and journalist with Pulitzer Prize

Geraldine Brooks - Novelist and journalist with Pulitzer Prize
Born

September 14th, 1955
69 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Australia

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Born in Australia, a career began in journalism, producing work for prominent publications such as The Wall Street Journal. Transitioned to fiction writing, with notable novels that explore historical themes and characters. Received the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2006 for a novel that delves into the implications of war on human lives. Currently resides in the United States, continuing to write and contribute to literary discussions.

Won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2006

Authored 'March', which explores the life of the father from 'Little Women'

Wrote 'People of the Book', examining the history of a treasured manuscript

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