Thea Astley
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Summary
Thea Astley was born on August 25, 1925[1], in Brisbane[2]. She died on August 17, 2004[3], in Byron Bay[4]. She worked as a novelist[5], poet[6], and writer[7]. She ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (293 views/month, #7,273 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Australia[9]
- Field of work: poetry[10], creative and professional writing[11]
- Educated at: University of Queensland[12]
- Award received: Patrick White Award[13], Miles Franklin Literary Award[14], Member of the Order of Australia[15], Officer of the Order of Australia[16], Christina Stead Prize for Fiction[17]
- Sex or gender: female[18]
- Family name: Astley[19]
- Given name: Thea[20]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[21]
Why It Matters
Thea Astley has Wikipedia articles in 6 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[22] She is known by 8 alternative names across languages and contexts.[23]
FAQs
Where was Thea Astley born?
Thea Astley's place of birth was Brisbane[2].
Where did Thea Astley die?
Thea Astley passed away in Byron Bay[4].
What did Thea Astley do for work?
Thea Astley worked as a novelist[5], poet[6], and writer[7].
Where did Thea Astley go to school?
Thea Astley was educated at University of Queensland[12].
What awards did Thea Astley receive?
Honors received include Patrick White Award[13] and Miles Franklin Literary Award[14].