This week in City of Tucson history.
March 23, 1968: Birth of Mitch Cullin
Mitch Cullin, born on March 23, 1968, is an American writer known for his seven novels and one short story collection. His works have been translated into over ten languages, including French, Polish, Japanese, and Italian. Cullin’s notable books include “Tideland” and “A Slight Trick of the Mind.” He lived in Tucson, Arizona, for a significant part of his life, where the local culture and desert landscapes influenced his storytelling. Cullin currently resides in Arcadia, California, and Tokyo, Japan, with his partner and frequent collaborator, Peter I. Chang. His connection to Tucson remains an important part of his literary journey, contributing to the unique settings and themes in his work.
March 27, 1951: Birth of Brenda Hillman in Tucson
Brenda Hillman, born on March 27, 1951, in Tucson, Arizona, is an American poet and translator. She has written ten collections of poetry, including “White Dress,” “Fortress,” and “Death Tractates.” Her work “Practical Water” won the LA Times Book Award for Poetry. “Seasonal Works with Letters on Fire” received the 2014 Griffin Poetry Prize and the Northern California Book Award for Poetry. Her latest book, “Extra Hidden Life, among the Days,” also won the Northern California Book Award for Poetry. Hillman’s upbringing in Tucson influenced her writing, with the desert’s natural beauty often reflected in her work. She continues to inspire readers and poets with her concise and impactful poetry.
