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Patrick Ness - Biography

Biography a Ness: The Talented Writer and Author of "The Walking Dead"

Patrick (born October 17, 1971) is a name associated with popular novels for young people and adults, as well as successful film adaptations of his works. The British writer became famous for his unique style and ability to create mysterious and heartfelt stories. In this biography, we look at key moments in the life and work of Patrick Ness.

Patrick was born in America, in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, but spent most of his childhood and youth in England. He grew up in Sunderland, where he attended a local school and developed an interest in literature from an early age. His parents, Americans, worked at a military base, which allowed Patrick to get acquainted with different cultures and subsequently use this experience in his works.

After leaving school, Patrick attended the University of Oxford, where he studied English literature. This education marked the beginning of his writing career and allowed him to develop his literary talent.

Patrick Ness's first books were written in collaboration with other authors, but he began to enjoy real fame after the release of his own series of novels, Chaos Walking. The first novel of this series, The Knife of Never Letting Go, was published in 2008 and quickly gained popularity with readers and critics.

The Chronicle of the Beginning series tells a story about a world where people's thoughts are heard by others, and explores themes of power, freedom and human nature. It brought the author many literary awards and became the basis for the film adaptation.