Writer Paul Auster's Latest Work to Hit Shelves - American author passes away
Renowned author Paul Auster, known for his "New York" trilogy, passed away at the age of 77 due to lung cancer. The news of his death was shared by "The Guardian."
Hailing from Newark, New Jersey, Auster studied at Columbia University before moving to Paris in the early 1970s to work as a translator. During this time, he met and began a relationship with fellow writer Lydia Davis. They both returned to America in 1974, got married, and had a son named Daniel in 1977. However, the marriage didn't last long.
Achievement and Success in the 1980s
In 1985, Auster made a big impact with the release of "City of Glass," the initial book in his "New York" trilogy, along with "Drop Shadow" (1986) and "Behind Closed Doors" (1987). Throughout the 1980s, 90s, and 2000s, he continued to write numerous novels including "The Book of Illusions," "Leviathan," and "Mr. Vertigo." His works have been translated into more than 40 languages. Aside from being an accomplished author, Auster has also worked as a film director, screenwriter, translator, and editor.
Auster's Second Marriage to Siri Hustvedt
In 1981, Auster met fellow writer Siri Hustvedt and they got married the next year. Together, they had a daughter named Sophie in 1987, who pursued a career in singing and acting.
Unfortunately for Auster's family, they faced several tragic events. His son Daniel tragically passed away from an overdose in April 2022. In March 2023, Siri Hustvedt revealed that her husband had been diagnosed with cancer in December 2022 and was being treated for it.
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Source: www.stern.de
