Paul Harding
Paul Harding is an American author and musician, best known for his debut novel 'Tinkers', which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2010. Harding was born on December 7, 1967, and before becoming a novelist, he was a drummer for the band Cold Water Flat. After leaving the music industry, he earned his MFA from the Iowa Writers' Workshop and has taught writing at Harvard University and the University of Iowa. In addition to 'Tinkers', Harding has written other works, including the novel 'Enon'. His writing is known for its lyrical prose and exploration of themes such as family, memory, and mortality.
Books
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1. Tinkers
"Tinkers" is a novel that explores the life of a dying clock repairman who reflects on his life, his father, and his own sons. The narrative moves through time, providing glimpses into the past, from the protagonist's childhood to his own father's experiences as a tinker selling household goods. The story is a poignant examination of family, memory, and death, set against the backdrop of New England's changing seasons.
