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Literature
1956
Present

Tom King

July 15, 1956
Author

Explore the comprehensive timeline of Tom King, acclaimed comic book writer known for his work on Batman, Mister Miracle, and The Vision. Delve into key milestones, career highlights, and significant contributions that have shaped his journey in the comic book industry.

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Literature
1896
1981

Eugenio Montale

October 12, 1896
Poet

Discover the key milestones in the life of Eugenio Montale, the influential Italian poet, writer, and translator. From his early life and career beginnings to receiving the Nobel Prize in Literature, explore the timeline of events that shaped Montale's legacy in the literary world.

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Literature
1882
1949

Sigrid Undset

May 20, 1882
Writer

Explore the comprehensive timeline of Sigrid Undset, the acclaimed Norwegian author. From her early life and literary career to receiving the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1928, this timeline details her significant contributions to literature and her enduring legacy.

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Literature
1881
1958

Juan Ramón Jiménez

December 23, 1881
Poet

Explore the detailed timeline of Juan Ramón Jiménez, the influential Spanish poet renowned for his contributions to modern poetry. His illustrious career, spanning the late 19th and early 20th centuries, earned him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1956. Discover key events, publications, and milestones in his life and literary journey.

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Literature
1936
Present

Mario Vargas Llosa

March 28, 1936
Writer

Explore the timeline of Mario Vargas Llosa, the renowned Peruvian writer, journalist, and Nobel laureate. Discover key events and milestones in his life and career, from his early beginnings in Peru to becoming one of the most influential literary figures of the 20th and 21st centuries.

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Literature
1881
Present

Roger Martin du Gard

March 23, 1881
Writer

Explore the life and achievements of Roger Martin du Gard through a detailed timeline. Discover key events, from his birth and literary career to winning the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1937. Learn about his works and legacy in the world of literature.

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Literature
1858
Present

Selma Lagerlöf

November 20, 1858
Author

Explore the timeline of Selma Lagerlöf, the first female Nobel Prize laureate in Literature, known for her rich storytelling and contributions to Swedish literature. Discover key moments from her birth in 1858, her breakthrough with 'Gösta Berling's Saga,' her Nobel Prize win in 1909, and her lasting legacy as a pioneering female author.

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Literature
1940
Present

Joseph Brodsky

May 24, 1940
Poet

Explore the remarkable timeline of Joseph Brodsky, the renowned Russian-American poet and essayist. From his birth in Leningrad, through his exile, to his rise as a Nobel Prize laureate in Literature, delve into the life events that shaped Brodsky's influential literary career.

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Literature
1891
Present

Pär Lagerkvist

May 23, 1891
Writer

Explore the timeline of Pär Lagerkvist, a renowned Swedish author and playwright. This timeline covers important milestones in his life, including his birth in 1891, his contributions to literature, receiving the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1951, and his lasting impact on Swedish and world literature. Discover the events that shaped his career and legacy.

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Literature
1962
Present

Olga Tokarczuk

January 29, 1962
Writer

Explore the timeline of Olga Tokarczuk, the renowned Polish author and Nobel laureate, tracing her literary career, major works, and significant milestones. Discover the impact and legacy of her writing from her early years to international acclaim.

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Literature
1952
Present

Orhan Pamuk

June 7, 1952
Novelist

Explore the significant milestones and achievements in the life of Orhan Pamuk, the renowned Turkish novelist, Nobel Prize winner, and author of acclaimed works such as 'My Name is Red' and 'Snow'. This timeline highlights his literary journey, awards, and contributions to literature.

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Literature
1935
Present

Kenzaburō Ōe

January 31, 1935
Novelist

Explore the timeline of Kenzaburō Ōe, the renowned Japanese author known for his profound and impactful writings. This timeline highlights key events in his life and career, from his birth and education to his literary achievements, including winning the Nobel Prize in Literature. Discover the influences and milestones that shaped Ōe's unique voice and contributions to world literature.

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Literature
1892
Present

Pearl Buck

June 26, 1892
Author

Explore the comprehensive timeline of Pearl Buck, the renowned American author and Nobel laureate. Delve into her early life, her prolific writing career, including 'The Good Earth', and her contributions to literature and humanitarian efforts. This timeline highlights key moments and milestones in Pearl Buck's life and legacy.

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Literature
1846
1916

Henryk Sienkiewicz

May 5, 1846
Writer

Explore the life of Henryk Sienkiewicz, renowned Polish novelist, through a detailed timeline. From his birth in 1846 to his Nobel Prize in 1905 and his lasting literary legacy, discover the key events that shaped his career and contributions to literature and Polish culture.

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Literature
1919
Present

Doris Lessing

October 22, 1919
Writer

Explore the life and literary career of Doris Lessing, renowned British-Zimbabwean author, through this detailed timeline. From her birth in 1919 in Persia, her upbringing in Southern Rhodesia, to her influential works such as 'The Golden Notebook', and her receipt of the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2007, discover the milestones that shaped her impactful journey in the literary world.

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Literature
1940
Present

Gao Xingjian

January 4, 1940
Novelist, Playwright, Director, Painter

Explore the timeline of Gao Xingjian, the renowned Chinese-French novelist, playwright, and artist. Follow his journey from his birth in China to becoming the first Chinese recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature, highlighting his significant works and contributions to literature and the arts.

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Literature
1897
1962

William Faulkner

September 25, 1897
Writer

Explore the timeline of William Faulkner, an iconic American writer and Nobel laureate. Delve into the major milestones of his life, from his birth in Mississippi and his groundbreaking works such as 'The Sound and the Fury' and 'As I Lay Dying', to winning the Nobel Prize in Literature. Discover the events that shaped Faulkner's illustrious career and his contributions to the literary world.

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Literature
1869
1951

André Gide

November 22, 1869
Writer

Explore the comprehensive timeline of André Gide, one of the most influential French writers of the 20th century. This timeline highlights key events in his life, from his birth in 1869 to his literary achievements and his Nobel Prize in Literature in 1947, as well as his lasting impact on literature and thought.

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Literature
1913
Present

Albert Camus

November 7, 1913
Philosopher, Author, Journalist

Explore the life and achievements of Albert Camus, the renowned French-Algerian philosopher, author, and journalist. This timeline outlines key events and milestones, from his birth in 1913 to his untimely death in 1960, highlighting his influential works such as 'The Stranger' and 'The Plague', as well as his contributions to existential and absurdist philosophy.

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Literature
1899
1972

Yasunari Kawabata

June 14, 1899
Writer

Explore the timeline of Yasunari Kawabata, the first Japanese author to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature. Delve into the key events and milestones in his life, from his early years and literary debut to his international recognition and legacy in modern literature.

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Literature
1830
Present

Frédéric Mistral

September 8, 1830
Poet

Explore the detailed timeline of Frédéric Mistral, the renowned Provençal poet who championed the Occitan language. Discover key events in his life, from his birth in 1830, through his cultural and literary contributions, to his Nobel Prize in Literature in 1904 and his lasting impact on regional and European culture.

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Literature
1901
1986

Jaroslav Seifert

September 23, 1901
Poet, Writer

Explore the comprehensive timeline of Jaroslav Seifert, the celebrated Czech poet and Nobel laureate. Discover key milestones in his life, including his early years, literary career, pivotal works, political involvement, and lasting legacy in the world of literature.

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Literature
1914
1998

Octavio Paz

March 31, 1914
Poet, Writer, Diplomat

Explore the timeline of Octavio Paz, the renowned Mexican poet, writer, and diplomat. Delve into significant events in his life and career, including his birth in 1914, his literary achievements, his Nobel Prize in 1990, and his enduring legacy in literature and culture.

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Literature
1905
Present

Mikhail Sholokhov

May 24, 1905

Explore the timeline of Mikhail Sholokhov, the renowned Russian novelist and Nobel Prize laureate. This timeline highlights key events in Sholokhov's life, including his early years, major works like 'And Quiet Flows the Don', and his legacy in Russian and world literature.

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