Ellen Gilchrist
Feb 19, 1935 - Jan 29, 2024
Ocean Springs, MS
"Ellen Gilchrist was a celebrated author known for her captivating stories of the American South. She passed away on January 30th, 2024, in Ocean Springs, Mississippi, at the age of 88. She was born on February 20th, 1935, in Vicksburg, Mississippi. Gilchrist drew inspiration from her Southern upbringing and experiences. Her literary journey began in the mid-1970s, defying critics who questioned the validity of drawing from personal life for storytelling. Throughout her prolific career, Gilchris...Read More
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