Biography of George Garrett

George Garrett (* 11. June 1929 in Orlando; † 25. May 2008 in Charlottesville) was a novelist, poet, short story writer, playwright. He was 78 years old. His education included Princeton University, Columbia University and The Hill School. He worked at Wesleyan University, University of Michigan, University of Virginia and Hollins University. His awards include Guggenheim Fellowship, Rome Prize and PEN/Malamud Award. His cause of death was cancer. He was buried at University of Virginia Cemetery and Columbarium.