Geraldine Brooks
Novelist and journalist with Pulitzer Prize
Born
September 14th, 1955
70 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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