Joanna Trollope
English author and playwright
Born
December 9th, 1943
81 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An English author and playwright, contributed significantly to contemporary literature. Many novels depict family life and relationships. Written works include the popular series 'The Chronicles of Barsetshire' and novels such as 'The Other Family' and 'City of Friends'. Also engaged in writing adaptations for stage and television, further expanding the reach of literary works. Awarded the title of Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature.
Authored 'The Other Family'
Authored 'City of Friends'
Adapted works for stage and television
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