James McQueen

Novelist and short story writer (1934–1998)

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Born: 1934
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Died: 1998
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2.Stated in TroveRetrieved 2017-10-09
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Place of death: Tasmania
Occupation: novelist

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James Stuart McQueen was an Australian novelist, short story writer, and environmental activist. His work is noted for its powerful, often confronting, portrayals of the Tasmanian landscape and its inhabitants, exploring themes of masculinity, violence, and nature conservation. An outspoken advocate for the environment, his activism, particularly his involvement in the Franklin Dam protests, significantly influenced his writing.

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Sex or gender: male
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1.Stated in Integrated Authority FileRetrieved 2026-04-20
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Given name: James
Family name: McQueen

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