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Piers Paul Read
- Active
- Started 1966
About
British writer (born 1941)
Quick Facts
- Name
- Piers Paul Read
- Born
- 1941-03-07
- Occupation
- writer / biographer / novelist / historian
- Citizenship
- United Kingdom
- Birthplace
- Beaconsfield
Relationships
Spouses & partners
- SpouseEmily Albertine BoothbyFrom 1967-06-29
- PartnerAnna Wintour
Family
- FatherHerbert Edward Read
- MotherMargaret Read
- SiblingBenedict Read
- ChildAlbert Nathaniel Read
- ChildMartha Mariana Read
Dates reflect listed records; an unspecified end date does not establish current status.
Awards & Nominations
4 received · 0 nominations listed in Wikidata
| Year | Award / category | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1988 | James Tait Black Memorial Prize | Received |
| 1970 | Somerset Maugham Award Monk Dawson | Received |
| 1969 | Geoffrey Faber Memorial Prize | Received |
| 1969 | Hawthornden Prize | Received |
Education
- Ampleforth College
- St John's College
Languages
Spoken, written or signed
- English
Links & Accounts
Sources & Credits
Wikidata · Q668090 ↗
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