Lydia Davis
Lydia Davis
b. 15 Jul 19476
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From Wikipedia: Lydia Davis (born 1947) is a contemporary American author and translator of French. She is the daughter of Robert Gorham Davis and Hope Hale Davis. From 1974 to 1978 Davis was married to Paul Auster, with whom she has a son, Daniel Auster. Davis is currently married to painter Alan C…
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What is Lydia Davis known for?
Lydia Davis is celebrated for her distinctive short stories, often very brief, which blur the lines between fiction, essay, and poetry. She is also a highly regarded translator of French literature.
Has Lydia Davis won any major awards?
Lydia Davis was awarded the Man Booker International Prize in 2013 for her body of work. She also received a MacArthur Fellowship, often referred to as a "genius grant."
Where should a new reader start with Lydia Davis?
A good starting point for new readers is "The Collected Stories of Lydia Davis," which gathers much of her acclaimed short fiction into one volume. This collection showcases the breadth and evolution of her unique style.