
Janet Frame
August 28, 1924 – January 29, 2004
This author's work is deeply rooted in personal struggle and societal alienation, exploring themes of identity, the fight against injustice, and the yearning for freedom. Her prose is marked by a raw, evocative style that captures the profound inner lives of her characters. Facing immense personal challenges, she found solace and expression in writing, eventually achieving her aspiration to be a writer. Her compelling narratives offer a powerful testament to human resilience and the indomitable spirit in the face of adversity.
1983To the Is-land
1991An Autobiography
1997The Lagoon
1999Janet Frame
2008Storms Will Tell
2010Prizes
2016Owls Do Cry