Sue Townsend

English author and playwright

Sue Townsend - English author and playwright
Born

April 2nd, 1946
78 years ago

Died

April 10th, 2014
10 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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An English author and playwright, created the character Adrian Mole, who first appeared in 'The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Aged 13¾'. This character became central to a series of novels that depicted the struggles of adolescence and growing up in Britain. Townsend's works often carried elements of satire, reflecting social issues and the life of the British middle class. In addition to the Adrian Mole series, she wrote plays, children’s books, and novels that gained critical acclaim.

Created 'The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Aged 13¾'

Published the subsequent books in the Adrian Mole series

Wrote the stage adaptation of the Adrian Mole series

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