Dorothy Allison

Dorothy Allison was born on April 11, 1949 in South Carolina. An American feminist writer whose works discuss sexual abuse, lesbianism, and class struggle, she is best known for Trash: Short Stories (1988) and Skin: Talking About Sex, Class, & Literature (1994). Her autobiographical novel, Bastard Out of Carolina (1992), was a finalist for the National Book Award.
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Popular As Dorothy Allison
Occupation Activist
Age 75 years old
Zodiac Sign Aries
Born April 11, 1949 (South Carolina)
Birthday April 11
Town/City South Carolina
Nationality South Carolina

🌙 Zodiac

Dorothy Allison’s zodiac sign is Aries. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Dorothy Allison was born in the Year of the Ox. Another of the powerful Chinese Zodiac signs, the Ox is steadfast, solid, a goal-oriented leader, detail-oriented, hard-working, stubborn, serious and introverted but can feel lonely and insecure. Takes comfort in friends and family and is a reliable, protective and strong companion. Compatible with Snake or Rooster.

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About

An American feminist Writer whose works discuss sexual abuse, lesbianism, and class struggle, she is best known for Trash: Short Stories (1988) and Skin: Talking About Sex, Class, & Literature (1994). Her autobiographical novel, Bastard Out of Carolina (1992), was a finalist for the National Book Award.

Before Fame

After graduating from Florida Presbyterian College, she worked as a maid and a substitute Teacher.

Trivia

Her second novel, Cavedweller, was a New York Times bestselling book and also won a Lambda Literary Award.

Family Life

Born in South Carolina, she settled in California with partner Alix Layman.

Associated With

She was influenced by the literary work of Toni Morrison.

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