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Paul Auster

Paul Auster - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornFebruary 03, 1947
Age79
BirthplaceNewark, New Jersey, USA
Zodiac SignAquarius - (see also Paul Auster's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacPig
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForAuthor of 'The New York Trilogy', 'Moon Palace', and other major works of contemporary postmodern literature.

Intro

Paul Auster was an acclaimed American novelist, essayist, translator, and director known for his postmodern, often metafictional works that explore themes of coincidence, identity, and existentialism. He is best known for his 'New York Trilogy,' among other notable novels.

Early Life & Background

Paul Auster was raised in a Jewish family in Newark, New Jersey. He attended Columbia University, where he earned his BA and MA, and spent time in France translating French literature before returning to the United States to pursue writing full-time.

Career Highlights

  • Author of the critically acclaimed 'New York Trilogy' (1985–1986)
  • Recipient of the Prince of Asturias Award for Literature (2006)
  • Wrote and directed the film 'Smoke' (1995)
  • Shortlisted for the Booker Prize for '4 3 2 1' (2017)
  • Extensive translation work of French authors

Trivia

  • He is married to novelist Siri Hustvedt.
  • Auster's work often blurs the lines between fiction and reality.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Paul Auster?

Paul Auster is 79 years old.

When was Paul Auster born?

Paul Auster was born the 3 February 1947.

Where is Paul Auster from?

Newark, New Jersey, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About February 3rd, 1947, in brief:

  • Historical events: On February 3, 1947, a record low temperature was recorded in North America, highlighting extreme weather conditions. This event was significant in the study of climate and weather patterns in the region.
  • Day of the week: February 3rd, 1947 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Open The Door, Richard by Three Flames
  • Popular movie: The Fugitive directed by John Ford

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Auster
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Paul-Auster
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0042672/