Tim Winton

Author and playwright, won multiple awards

Tim Winton - Author and playwright, won multiple awards
Born

August 4th, 1960
64 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Australia

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An Australian author and playwright, significant contributions include a range of novels and stage plays. Major works include 'Cloudstreet', which gained critical acclaim and won several awards. Other notable novels such as 'Dirt Music' and 'The Riders' also received recognitions, with 'Dirt Music' winning the Miles Franklin Award. His storytelling often reflects the Australian landscape and explores themes of identity and belonging. In addition to novels, played a role in the development of Australian literature through various essays and contributions to literary discussions.

Wrote 'Cloudstreet', winning multiple awards

Won Miles Franklin Award for 'Dirt Music'

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