Naomi Wood
Naomi Wood
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Naomi Wood is a British novelist known for her thought-provoking and emotionally charged fiction.
Birth and Death Dates
Born in 1978 in the United Kingdom.
Nationality and Profession(s)
British, Novelist
Early Life and Background
Growing up in a small town in England, Naomi Wood's early life was marked by a love for reading and writing. She developed a passion for literature at an early age, which would later shape her career as a novelist. After completing her education, Wood pursued a career in writing, honing her craft through various workshops and literary programs.
Major Accomplishments
Wood's breakthrough novel, The Godless Women, was published in 2008 to critical acclaim. Her subsequent novels, including Mrs. Newton (2010) and The Wife's Tale: A Novel (2013), solidified her reputation as a talented and innovative storyteller.
Notable Works or Actions
Wood's writing often explores themes of identity, relationships, and the complexities of human experience. Her novels are known for their lyrical prose, nuanced characterization, and thought-provoking exploration of contemporary issues. In addition to her fiction, Wood has written essays and criticism on literature and culture.
Impact and Legacy
Naomi Wood's work has had a significant impact on the literary landscape. Her unique voice and perspective have inspired a new generation of writers, while her exploration of complex themes has resonated with readers worldwide. Through her writing, Wood continues to challenge societal norms and push boundaries in storytelling.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Wood's thought-provoking novels and essays have cemented her place as a leading voice in contemporary literature. Her ability to craft compelling narratives that explore the human condition has made her a beloved author among readers and critics alike. As a testament to her enduring influence, Wood's work continues to be widely read, studied, and quoted.
Quotes by Naomi Wood
Naomi Wood's insights on:
Don’t worry,” she says. “Ernest always attracted obsessives. You were only one of many. And secretly, sometimes, I think he was flattered. Nobody ever stalked Fitzgerald.
The Sun Also Rises, A Farewell to Arms, Death in the Afternoon – as well as all of the short stories that writers studied for the inner trick of them. But there was no trickery: only the plain words put there as if they had always been there – like pebbles cooled in a river.
Sometimes there’s this feeling of things being repeated. I put the needle on the same place in the same track and I expect a different tune.
Oh no. I split my time between Paris and New York. They’re the only places to really live.
Sometimes there's this feeling of things being repeated. I put the needle on the same place in the same track and I expect a different tune.
Oh no. I split my time between Paris and New York. They're the only places to really live.
What a pull he has! What a magnetism! Women jump off balconies and follow him into wars. Women turn their eyes from an affair, because a marriage of three is better than a woman alone.
The Sun Also Rises, A Farewell to Arms, Death in the Afternoon - as well as all of the short stories that writers studied for the inner trick of them. But there was no trickery: only the plain words put there as if they had always been there - like pebbles cooled in a river.
Don't worry," she says. "Ernest always attracted obsessives. You were only one of many. And secretly, sometimes, I think he was flattered. Nobody ever stalked Fitzgerald.
