David Malouf, a towering figure in Australian letters, passed away in April 2026 at age 92. He is widely remembered for novels like Johnno and Remembering Babylon, as well as his poetry and short stories that shaped perspectives on Australian identity.[5][6]
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www.nytimes.comCreative Australia and Writing Australia join the arts sector and readers alike in mourning the passing of David Malouf AO, one of Australia’s most significant and widely admired writers.
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