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George Garrett

George Garrett (1929–2008) was an American novelist and poet.

Also recorded as Garrett, George Palmer, Jr. · George Palmer Garrett

Biography

George Garrett studied at Princeton University, Columbia University and The Hill School. The recorded working language is English.

Employment is recorded with Wesleyan University, University of Michigan and University of Virginia.

Works named in the authority record are Death of the Fox.

Distinctions recorded are Guggenheim Fellowship, Rome Prize and PEN/Malamud Award.

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  • Orlando

    Birth place

  • Charlottesville

    Death place

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The Encyclopedia exists whether or not anything is for sale. Corrections are recorded rather than overwritten, and every version of this record is kept. Published 21 August 2026.

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