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David Rowbotham

1924 – 2010

Australian poet

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About David Rowbotham

Lived 1924 – 2010 (aged 86). David Rowbotham was an Australian poet, journalist and writer.

David Harold Rowbotham (27 August 1924 – 6 October 2010) was an Australian poet and journalist.

Early life Rowbotham was born in the Darling Downs of Queensland, in the city of Toowoomba. He attended Toowoomba Grammar School and later studied at the University of Queensland and the University of Sydney. During the Second World War, he served on the Pacific front. He lectured in English at the University of Queensland between 1965 and 1969, then became the literary critic for the Brisbane Courier-Mail from 1969 to 1980, and later its literary editor from 1980 to 1987.

Later life

A friend and mentor to many Australian writers, Rowbotham also maintained wide international connections.

Awards and recognition

Rowbotham was made a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) in 1991 for his service to literature.

In 2007, he received the Patrick White Award, which was presented to him on 9 November 2007 in Brisbane.

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Important facts

Birth century
Nationality
Education
Toowoomba Grammar School, University of Queensland
Awards
Patrick White Award; Member of the Order of Australia
Also known as
David Harold Rowbotham

People in David Rowbotham's life

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Contemporaries

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Frequently asked questions

Who was David Rowbotham?

Australian poet (1924–2010)

When was David Rowbotham born?

David Rowbotham was born on 27 August 1924 in Toowoomba.

When did David Rowbotham die?

David Rowbotham died on 6 October 2010 in Brisbane.

What was David Rowbotham's occupation?

David Rowbotham was a poet, journalist and writer.

What nationality was David Rowbotham?

David Rowbotham was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: David Rowbotham

· Wikidata: Q1176396

· DBpedia: David Rowbotham

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