Philip Pullman
Author of 'His Dark Materials' series
Born
October 19th, 1946
78 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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An English author and academic has created celebrated literary works primarily aimed at young adults. The most notable contribution is the 'His Dark Materials' trilogy, comprising 'Northern Lights', 'The Subtle Knife', and 'The Amber Spyglass'. This trilogy has garnered widespread acclaim and received several prestigious awards, including the Carnegie Medal. In addition to fiction, contributions include essays and political commentary, reflecting philosophical themes. Engagement with literature continues through various adaptations of works across different media.
Wrote the 'His Dark Materials' trilogy
Won the Carnegie Medal for 'The Northern Lights'
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