Grazia Deledda
Italian novelist and Nobel Prize laureate
Born
September 27th, 1871
153 years ago
Died
August 15th, 1936
88 years ago — 64 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Italy
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Born in Italy, a writer gained recognition for novels exploring the complexities of Sardinian life, culture, and society. The narrative style combined realism with elements of Sardinian folklore. Achieved international acclaim with works such as "Elias Portolu" and "The Mother." Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1926 for contributions to literature. Her storytelling often reflected the struggles and emotions of women in traditional settings.
Published notable works like 'Elias Portolu'
Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1926
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