Siri Hustvedt
Siri Hustvedt is a renowned novelist and scholar known for her thought-provoking books.
Novelist
February 19, 1955
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Siri Hustvedt, an acclaimed American author and scholar, is recognized for her thought-provoking fiction and non-fiction works that delve into themes such as identity, gender, and memory. Among her most notable novels are “What I Loved” (2003) and “The Blazing World” (2014), the latter of which was long-listed for the prestigious Man Booker Prize. In addition to her novels, Hustvedt has written numerous essays on topics like art, language, and the human mind, which have been published in esteemed journals like The New York Times and The Guardian. Her contributions to the fields of thought and humanities have earned her various awards, including the International Gabarron Prize.