Timothy Egan
American journalist and author
Born
November 8th, 1954
70 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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A journalist and author extensively wrote about American history and culture. Contributed to The New York Times as a national correspondent. Authored several books detailing historical events, particularly in the American West, including 'The Worst Hard Time' and 'The Big Burn', both of which received acclaim for their in-depth research and storytelling. Egan's work often addressed themes of resilience and environmental issues, illustrating the impact of history on contemporary society.
Won the Pulitzer Prize for Explanatory Journalism in 2001
Wrote 'The Worst Hard Time', a National Book Award finalist
Authored 'The Big Burn', a New York Times bestseller
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