Martha Ostenso

Canadian novelist with acclaimed works

Martha Ostenso - Canadian novelist with acclaimed works
Born

September 17th, 1900
124 years ago

Died

1963
62 years ago — 63 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Canada

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A prominent Canadian screenwriter and novelist, her literary career flourished in the early to mid-20th century. The debut novel, 'Wild Geese', published in 1925, received significant acclaim and established a reputation in Canadian literature. 'Wild Geese' explores themes of love and identity against a rural backdrop, resonating with readers. During the 1930s, she contributed to film and wrote screenplays, further extending her influence in the cinematic arts. Throughout the 1940s and beyond, her writing continued to reflect complex characters and detailed landscapes, contributing to her status as a significant figure in Canadian literary history.

Published the acclaimed novel 'Wild Geese'

Contributed to screenplays during the 1930s

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