David Nandi Odhiambo facts for kids
David Nandi Odhiambo (born June 24, 1965), also known as D. Nandi Odhiambo, is a talented African-Canadian novelist and writer. He has family roots from the Luo and Luhya communities. He was born in Nairobi, Kenya. In 1977, he moved to Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada.
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Who is David Nandi Odhiambo?
David Nandi Odhiambo is a respected author. He is known for writing interesting novels. He has lived in both Kenya and Canada. This background gives him a unique view for his stories.
David Nandi Odhiambo's Early Life and Move to Canada
David Nandi Odhiambo was born on June 24, 1965. His birthplace was Nairobi, Kenya. When he was 12 years old, his family moved. They went to Winnipeg, Canada, in 1977. This big move shaped his life and writing.
David Nandi Odhiambo's Education and Achievements
David Nandi Odhiambo is a very educated writer. He studied at several universities.
- He earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. This was in classics from McGill University.
- He received a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree. This was in creative writing. He got it from the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
- He also has a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree. This is in English Literature. He earned it from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
In 2019, he received a special honor. He won the Elliot Cades Award for Literature. This award is very important in Hawaiʻi. It celebrates great writing. As of late 2019, he works as a professor. He teaches English at the University of Hawaiʻi – West Oʻahu.
What Books Has David Nandi Odhiambo Written?
David Nandi Odhiambo has written four novels. His books tell different stories.
- diss/ed banded nation was published in 1998.
- Kipligat's Chance came out in 2003.
- The Reverend's Apprentice, Volume I, was released in 2008.
- Smells like Stars was published in 2018.
