Age, Biography and Wiki
Birth Day | February 17, 1912 |
Birth Place | Utah |
Age | 108 YEARS OLD |
Died On | Dec 24, 1991 (age 79) |
Birth Sign | Aquarius |
Net worth: $15 billion (2024)
Virginia Sorensen, a renowned novelist based in Utah, has amassed an estimated net worth of an impressive $15 billion as of 2024. Her literary works have not only garnered critical acclaim but have also captured the hearts of readers around the world. Sorensen's financial success reflects her talent and dedication to her craft, solidifying her prominent position in the literary world. With her remarkable storytelling abilities and unique perspective, Sorensen continues to leave an indelible mark on the literary landscape, captivating audiences and cementing her status as a literary icon.
About
An American fiction Writer, she is best known for Miracles on Maple Hill, which won the 1957 Newbery Medal. Her other works for children include Curious Missie, Plain Girl, and Lotte's Locket.
Before Fame
She grew up in Utah and lived for a time in Eerie, Pennsylvania.
Trivia
She received two Guggenheim Fellowships: one to study Mexican Indian tribes, and one to study in Denmark.
Family Life
Her first husband, Frederick C. Sorensen, was a professor at Indiana State University. She later married Alec Waugh.
Associated With
She and Karen Hesse both won the Newbery Medal.