Patrick Hemingway
American writer, son of Ernest Hemingway

Born
June 28th, 1928
96 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1928, a writer focused on the work of the father, celebrated American author Ernest Hemingway. Contributed to literature through biographical works and reflections on Hemingway's life. Served as a conservationist and worked alongside wildlife in Africa, integrating personal insights into his writing that highlight the natural world. Engaged with the literary community and continued the legacy of Hemingway's influence on American literature.
Authored 'Hemingway in Love and War'
Wrote about conservation and wildlife
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