What is Katherine Anne Porter's middle name?
Anne
Katherine Anne Porter date of birth:
May 15, 1890
How old was Katherine Anne Porter when died?
90
Where was Katherine Anne Porter born?
Indian Creek, Texas
When did Katherine Anne Porter die?
September 18, 1980
What is Katherine Anne Porter nationality?
American
What is Katherine Anne Porter's occupation?
Journalist, Essayist, Writer, Novelist
Short Biography
Katherine Anne Porter (May 15, 1890 – September 18, 1980) was a Pulitzer Prize-winning American journalist, essayist, short story writer, novelist, and political activist. Her 1962 novel Ship of Fools was the best-selling novel in America that year, but her short stories received much more critical acclaim. She is known for her penetrating insight; her work deals with dark themes such as betrayal, death and the origin of human evil. In 1990, Recorded Texas Historic Landmark number 2905 was placed in Brown County, Texas, to honor the life and career of Porter.