Katharine Susannah Prichard
Australian author and playwright
Born
Died
1969
56 years ago — 86 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Australia
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An Australian author and playwright contributed to literature with both novels and plays. Wrote notable works such as 'The Pioneers’ and 'Hallowed Ground', which reflect social issues and the Australian landscape. Activism for social justice and involvement in the Communist Party influenced many of her writings. Her literary career spanned several decades, garnering recognition for her deep connection to Australian identity and culture.
Wrote 'The Pioneers'
Wrote 'Hallowed Ground'
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