David Anthony Durham facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
David Anthony Durham
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October 2012
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| Born | New York City, U.S. |
| Occupation | Novelist, associate professor |
| Education | University of Maryland, College Park (MFA) |
David Anthony Durham is an American author famous for writing exciting historical fiction and fantasy novels. His stories often explore important moments in history or create amazing new worlds for readers to discover.
Durham's books have been very successful. They have won awards from the American Library Association and have been named Notable Books by the New York Times. His work is so popular that it has been translated into eight different languages. Several of his novels, including Gabriel's Story and Acacia: The War with the Mein, are even being developed into movies.
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Life and Career
David Anthony Durham was born in New York City to parents with roots in the Caribbean. He lived in Scotland for many years and has had many adventures, working as an outdoor guide for rafting and kayak trips.
His love for writing led him to study at the University of Maryland, College Park, where he earned a Master of Fine Arts (MFA), which is an advanced degree for creative fields like writing. After graduating, he shared his knowledge by teaching at several colleges and universities.
Durham has won many awards for his writing. In 2009, he received the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer, a major honor for new science fiction and fantasy authors. He later began writing for television shows.
Durham's Novels
Durham has written books for both adults and younger readers. His novels often mix history with adventure.
Historical Fiction
Some of his books take place during real historical events.
- Gabriel's Story (2001): This story is about African American pioneers living in the American West.
- Walk Through Darkness (2002): This novel follows an escaped slave in the years just before the American Civil War.
- Pride of Carthage (2005): This book tells the story of the famous general Hannibal Barca and his war against the Roman Republic.
- The Risen: A Novel of Spartacus (2016): This novel is about the famous gladiator Spartacus and his rebellion.
Fantasy Series
Durham is also known for his epic fantasy books.
The Acacia Trilogy
This is a three-book series about a royal family fighting to reclaim their kingdom.
- Acacia: The War with the Mein (2007)
- Acacia: The Other Lands (2009)
- Acacia: The Sacred Band (2011)
The Shadow Prince Series
This series is aimed at younger readers and is set in an alternate version of Ancient Egypt.
- The Shadow Prince (2021)
- The Longest Night in Egypt (2023)
- A Rage of Lions (2025)
See also
In Spanish: David Anthony Durham para niños
