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The Tin Flute

by Gabrielle Roy

Governor General's · 1947 · Winner
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Literary Fiction

Award History

AwardYearStatus
Governor General's Literary Award for English-Language Fiction1947Winner

About the Author

Gabrielle RoyCanadian

Gabrielle Roy (1909-1983) was a renowned Canadian author of French expression, born in St. Boniface, Manitoba, celebrated for her poignant portrayals of working-class life in her novels such as Bonheur d'occasion (The Tin Flute), Where Nests the Water Hen, and Street of Riches. Her debut novel won the prestigious Prix Femina in 1947 and the Governor General's Award, launching her career; she received three Governor General's Awards overall, along with the Companion of the Order of Canada and other honors for her contributions to French-Canadian literature. Read more →

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