John Birmingham
Journalist and author of fiction works
Born
August 7th, 1964
61 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Australia
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Journalist and author focused on historical fiction and speculative non-fiction. Contributions to various publications include writing on topics such as politics, culture, and history. Achieved recognition for a series of novels that blend history with fiction, notably the 'Axis of Time' trilogy, which explores the implications of time travel during World War II. Work often examines contemporary issues through a historical lens, reflecting a keen interest in the complexities of global events.
Authored the 'Axis of Time' trilogy
Contributed to 'The Monthly' magazine
Wrote non-fiction on Australian history
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