Wilson Harris was born on March 24, 1921 in Guyana. Award-winning Guyanese author known for his abstract and metaphorical style, he published such serial literary works as The Carnival Trilogy and The Guyana Quartet. His stand-alone novels include Palace of the Peacock, Jonestown, and The Dark Jester.
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💰Wilson Harris Net worth: $20 million
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About
Award-winning Guyanese author known for his abstract and metaphorical style, he published such serial literary works as The Carnival Trilogy and The Guyana Quartet. His stand-alone novels include Palace of the Peacock, Jonestown, and The Dark Jester.
Before Fame
He became a government surveyor after studying at Queen's College in Georgetown, Guyana.
Trivia
His literary works investigate the power of language to both enslave and liberate.
Family Life
He had one son with his wife Margaret.
Associated With
He was knighted in June 2010 during Queen Elizabeth II's birthday celebration.
