Robert Harris
English journalist and author

Born
March 7th, 1957
68 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United Kingdom
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Born in 1957, a journalist and author contributed significantly to the fields of literature and political commentary. Gained prominence through novels that blend fact with fiction, including the well-received works 'Fatherland' and 'Enigma.' Harris has also produced notable nonfiction, with a focus on historical subjects and contemporary events. In addition to writing, involvement in British journalism included working for various publications, shaping public discourse through essays and articles.
Authored the novel 'Fatherland'
Wrote 'Enigma,' later adapted into a film
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