Jesmyn ward biography
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jesmyn Ward |
| Date of Birth | 23 August 1977 |
| Place of Birth | Berkeley, California, USA |
| Date of Death | - |
| Place of Death | - |
| Citizenship / Country of Residence | United States |
| Education | B.A. in English, San Jose State University M.F.A. in Creative Writing, University of Michigan |
| Profession | Novelist, Professor |
| Years of Activity | 2008 - Present |
| Brief Information | Jesmyn Ward is an American novelist known for her lyrical prose and unflinching portrayal of poverty, race, and trauma in the American South. She is the recipient of numerous awards, including two National Book Awards for Fiction for her novels "Sing, Unburied, Sing" and "Salvage the Bones." Ward's work often explores themes of family, community, and resilience in the face of hardship. |