Biographer

usgb/baɪˈɑːɡrəfər/
noun

A person who writes an account of someone's life.

He is a well-known biographer working on his next book about a famous actor.
Visual representation of "biographer" - A person who writes an account of someone's life.

Often appears as...

  • famous biographer
  • noted biographer

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Life Narrator

A biographer tells a person's life story, with details about their experiences, accomplishments, and character.

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The biographer spent years researching the scientist's life to provide an accurate narrative.
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Nonfiction Focus

Unlike a novelist, a biographer writes true accounts of real people's lives, not fictional stories.

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The biographer cross-checked facts about the politician with historical records for accuracy.
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In-Depth Research

Biographers often spend considerable time researching and interviewing to understand the subject deeply.

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To capture the artist's essence, the biographer interviewed close friends and family.
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