Mordecai richler biography

Mordecai Richler CC (Janu – July 3, ) was a Canadian writer from Montreal, Quebec. He is best known for his novels set in Montreal's Jewish community; including The Apprenticeship of Duddy Kravitz () and Barney's Version (). Mordecai Richler (born Jan. 27, , Montreal, Que., Can.—died July 3, , Montreal) was a prominent Canadian novelist whose incisive and penetrating works explore fundamental human dilemmas and values. Early years First steps Professional growth Public recognition Peak period Later years Public interest Professional activity Media attention
A Companion of the Order of Canada, two-time winner of the Governor General’s Award ( and ), and winner of the Giller Prize, Mordecai Richler is without question one of Canada’s greatest writers. Richler’s voice came early in his career, but not with his first books.