Last Updated: 10 Jul, 2023 | Views: 435
Age: 96
Profession: Author
Other Profession(s): NoveList, Essayist, Theologian, Preacher
Famous For: Author of “A Long Day's Dying”
Higher Education: Union Theological Seminary
About (Profile/Biography):
Carl Frederick Buechner was born on July 11, 1926 and died on August 15, 2022. He was an American author, Presbyterian minister, preacher, and theologian. The author of thirty-nine published books, his work encompassed different genres, including fiction, autobiography, essays and sermons, and his career spanned more than six decades. Carl Frederick Buechner is best known for his works of fiction, memoirs, and spiritual writings.
Frederick Buechner Career:
Frederick Buechner First Book: A Long Day's Dying
Buechner began his writing career in the 1950s and has since published numerous books, including "The Sundial," "The Book of Bebb," and "The Storm," among others.
Carl Frederick Buechner has also written several books on theology and spirituality, including "Telling Secrets," "Wishful Thinking," and "The Sacred Journey." Buechner's writing style is characterized by its honesty, humor, and insight into the human experience.
Carl Frederick Buechner is widely regarded as one of the most important religious writers of the 20th century.
Frederick Buechner Notable Awards:
• "major talent" by The New York Times
• One of our most original storytellers by USA Today
• National Book Award
• O. Henry Award
• Rosenthal Award
• Christianity and Literature Belles Lettres Prize
Frederick Buechner Notable Works:
• Godric
• Secrets in the Dark
• A Long Day's Dying
• The Book of Bebb
• The Magnificent Defeat
• The Sacred Journey: A Memoir of Early Days
Wait!
Here're some popular profiles for you.