Richard B. Wright
Canadian writer (1937–2017)
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Summary
Richard B. Wright was born on March 4, 1937[1], in Midland[2]. He died on February 7, 2017[3], in St. Catharines[4]. He worked as a writer[5]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (116 views/month, #7,287 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Country of citizenship: Canada[7]
- Educated at: Trent University[8], Ridley College[9]
- Notable work: Clara Callan[10]
- Award received: Member of the Order of Canada[11], Geoffrey Faber Memorial Prize[12], Giller Prize[13], Governor General's Award for English-language fiction[14], Q140507230[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Inventory number: MS COLL 00525[17]
- Archives at: Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library[18]
- Cause of death: falling from height[19]
- Family name: Wright[20]
- Given name: Richard[21]
- Described at URL: https://discoverarchives.library.utoronto.ca/index.php/richard-b-wright-papers[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: English[23]
- Different from: Richard Wright[24]
Why It Matters
Richard B. Wright is known by 6 alternative names across languages and contexts.[25]
FAQs
Where was Richard B. Wright born?
Richard B. Wright was born in Midland[2].
Where did Richard B. Wright die?
Richard B. Wright died in St. Catharines[4].
What did Richard B. Wright do for work?
Richard B. Wright worked as a writer[5].
Where did Richard B. Wright go to school?
Richard B. Wright was educated at Trent University[8] and Ridley College[9].
What awards did Richard B. Wright receive?
Honors received include Member of the Order of Canada[11], Geoffrey Faber Memorial Prize[12], Giller Prize[13], and Governor General's Award for English-language fiction[14].