Maeve Binchy
Irish novelist
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About Maeve Binchy
Anna Maeve Binchy Snell was an Irish novelist, short story writer, playwright, columnist and speaker. One of the best-known writers from Ireland, she became a published writer after her father submitted her letters about her trip to Israel to a newspaper.
In total, her career produced 17 novels, four collections of short stories, a novella and a play. She also worked for The Irish Times as a writer, columnist and editor. Her most popular works include “Tara Road”, “Circle of Friends” and “Scarlet Father”.
Family Life
She was the first of four children born to Maureen and William Binchy. Her brother, William became a law professor at Trinity College Dublin. She was married to British writer Gordon Snell from 1977 until her death.
Achievements
She won Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Irish Book Awards and the British Book Awards. She was also a recipient of a Jacob’s Award and W.H. Smith Book Award for Fiction.
Maeve Binchy’s Death
She died from a heart attack on July 30, 2012.
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F.A.Q. about Maeve Binchy
When is her birthday?
Maeve Binchy's birthday is on May 28, 1940.
In how many days is her birthday?
Maeve's birthday is in 329 days
How old was Maeve when she died?
She was 72 years old.
When did she die?
She died in July 30, 2012.
How old would she be today?
Maeve Binchy would be 82 years old if she was alive today.
Where was Maeve from?
She was born in Dalkey, County Dublin, Ireland.
Maeve Binchy's Popularity
Maeve Binchy was a famous Irish novelist, who was born on May 28, 1940. As a person born on this date, Maeve Binchy is listed in our database as the 56th most popular celebrity for the day (May 28) and the 73rd most popular for the year (1940).
People born on May 28 fall under the Zodiac sign of Gemini, the Twins. Maeve Binchy is the 1600th most popular Gemini.
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