Vrugt, Johanna Petronella (1905–1960)
Vrugt, Johanna Petronella (1905–1960)
Dutch writer. Name variations: (pseudonym) Anna Blaman. Born Johanna Petronella Vrugt in Rotterdam, Netherlands, Jan 31, 1905; died in Rotterdam, July 13, 1960.
As Anna Blaman, became known for her controversial fiction which challenged traditional views; works include Vrouw en vriend (1941) (Woman and Friend), Eenzaam avontuur (Lonely Adventure, 1948), Op leven en dood (A Matter of Life and Death, 1954), Overdag en andere verhalen (A Day and Other Stories, 1957) and De verliezers (1960). Received P. C. Hooft Prize (1957) and Literature Prize of Amsterdam.
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