William Styron

Novelist and essayist, 'Sophie's Choice'

William Styron - Novelist and essayist, 'Sophie's Choice'
Born

June 11th, 1925
99 years ago

Died

November 1st, 2006
18 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent novelist and essayist contributed significantly to American literature. Authored the acclaimed novel 'Sophie's Choice', which delves into themes of memory and trauma. Also wrote 'The Confessions of Nat Turner', which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1968. Styron's works often explored the human condition, race relations, and existential issues. His literary career spanned several decades, during which he published essays and novels that provoked thought and discussion.

Wrote 'Sophie's Choice'

Won the Pulitzer Prize for 'The Confessions of Nat Turner'

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