Banville, John

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Novel author John Banville was born in Wexford, Ireland on Dec 8, 1945. His works, including 'The Book of Evidence,' carry the influences of James Joyce and William Butler Yeats among others. His use of language and narratives construct a sense of immediacy particular to his novels.

Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1992
Biography, Authors, Irish, Irish writers, Banville, John

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Yamaguchi, Kristi

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Kristine Yamaguchi is a figure skater who was the first American woman to win the Olympic figure skating championship in 16 years. Yamaguchi was born in Hayward, California. Her early interest in ice skating was encouraged by her parents. She won her first major title in 1989.

Publisher: H.W. Wilson Co.
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1992
Skaters, Yamaguchi, Kristi

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