Gloria Naylor

American novelist with 'The Women of Brewster Place'

Gloria Naylor - American novelist with 'The Women of Brewster Place'
Born

January 25th, 1950
75 years ago

Died

September 28th, 2016
8 years ago — 66 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An influential novelist, notable for exploring themes of race, gender, and identity. Achieved prominence through the debut novel, 'The Women of Brewster Place,' which received critical acclaim and was adapted into a television miniseries. Other significant works include 'Mama Day' and 'Linden Hills,' which further developed complex characters and interwoven narratives that reflect African American life. Received several prestigious awards, including the National Book Award for her literary contributions.

Wrote 'The Women of Brewster Place'

Authored 'Mama Day'

Published 'Linden Hills'

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