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Laurens van der Post

(1906–1996) Novelist South Africa

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Laurens van der Post was a novelist from South Africa, best known for The Lost World of the Kalahari.

Quick Facts About Laurens van der Post

Born
December 13, 1906
Died
December 16, 1996
Nationality
South Africa
Profession
Novelist
Notable works
The Lost World of the Kalahari
Spouse
Ingaret Giffard

About Laurens van der Post

Sir Laurens Jan van der Post, was a South African Afrikaner writer, farmer, soldier, educator, journalist, humanitarian, philosopher, explorer and conservationist. He was noted for his interest in Jungianism and the Kalahari Bushmen, his experiences during World War II, as well as his relationships with notable figures such as King Charles III and British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher. After his death, there was controversy over claims that he had exaggerated many aspects of his life, as well the revelation that he had impregnated a 14-year-old girl entrusted in his care.

Biography source: Wikipedia

Awards & Honors

Knight Bachelor Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards Commander of the Order of the British Empire

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