Geraldine Brooks

Country: Australia

Geraldine Brooks, the acclaimed Australian author and journalist, is known for her immersive historical novels that captivate with rich characters. Her debut, Year of Wonders, became an international success, while March earned her the Pulitzer Prize. People of the Book became a New York Times bestseller, and Caleb’s Crossing received prestigious awards. With The Secret Chord, she delved into the fascinating life of King David. Geraldine is also a respected nonfiction writer and has been honored with the Dayton Literary Peace Prize. Her latest release, Horse, explores love, race, and horse racing in 1850s Kentucky.

Geraldine Brooks, penulis dan wartawan Australia yang karyanya telah mendulang pengakuan. Ciri khasnya adalah menulis novel sejarah yang mendalam dengan karakter-karakter yang kaya. Karya perdananya, Year of Wonders, sukses dalam skala internasional, sementara March membuatnya diganjar Pulitzer Prize. People of the Book masuk daftar buku laris New York Times, dan Caleb’s Crossing mendapatkan banyak penghargaan bergengsi. Dengan The Secret Chord, ia menyelami kehidupan Raja David yang menakjubkan. Geraldine juga merupakan penulis nonfiksi yang sangat dihargai dan telah memenangkan Dayton Literary Peace Prize. Karya terbarunya, Horse, menjelajahi masalah cinta, ras dan pacuan kuda di Kentucky tahun 1850-an.