Hal Duncan
Scottish author and poet, notable works
Born
October 21st, 1971
54 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Scotland
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Born in Scotland, this author and poet gained recognition for innovative contributions to speculative fiction and poetry. The debut novel, 'Vellum', explores complex themes of mythology and reality, establishing a unique narrative structure. The follow-up, 'Ink', continues this exploration of identity and power in a richly detailed world. Works often blend elements of fantasy and literary tradition with a focus on language and structure.
Published 'Vellum' and 'Ink'
Influenced modern speculative fiction
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