Lambert, Betty (1933–1983)

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Lambert, Betty (1933–1983)

Canadian novelist and playwright. Born Betty Lee, Aug 23, 1933, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada; died 1983; m. Frank Lambert; children: 1.

Studied at University of British Columbia and then traveled widely; was associate professor of English at Simon Fraser University until death; wrote radio, stage, and children's plays; writings include The Visitor (1970), The Popcorn Man (1973), The Riddle Machine (1974), Sqrieux-de-Dieu (1976), Jennie's Story (1981), and Under the Skin (1985); also wrote novel Crossings (1979). Won ACTRA Award for Best Radio Play (1980) and Governor General's Award for Jennie's Story.

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