Julia Peterkin
American novelist
Died aged 80ScorpioUnited States
Biography
Julia Peterkin (October 31, 1880 – August 10, 1961) was an American author from South Carolina, who advocated for African Americans and wrote about the portrayals of the southern life. In 1929 she won a Pulitzer Prize for her novel Scarlet Sister Mary. She wrote several novels about the plantation South, especially the Gullah people of the Low country. As a white author, she developed a unique perspective on the African American lifestyle during her time. She was one of the few white authors who wrote about the African-American experience. She collaborated with photographer Doris Ulmann on Roll, Jordan, Roll.
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Family
- Spouse(s)
- William George Peterkin
Quick answers about Julia Peterkin
- How old was Julia Peterkin?
- Julia Peterkin died on August 10, 1961 at the age of 80.
- When is Julia Peterkin's birthday?
- Julia Peterkin was born on October 31, 1880.
- Where was Julia Peterkin born?
- Julia Peterkin was born in Laurens County.
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- Julia Peterkin's zodiac sign is Scorpio.
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- Julia Peterkin is a citizen of United States.
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- Julia Peterkin is known as writer, novelist, teacher.
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- According to Wikidata, Julia Peterkin's spouse is or was William George Peterkin.
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