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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