W.O. Mitchell
W.O. Mitchell was a beloved Canadian writer and broadcaster whose vivid portrayals of Prairie life made him one of Canada's most cherished literary voices.
What do we know about W.O. Mitchell?
Here are the key biographical details about W.O. Mitchell:
- Name: W.O. Mitchell
- Also Known As: William Ormond Mitchell, PC OC, William Ormond Mitchell, William Mitchell
- Date of Birth: March 13, 1914
- Place of Birth: Weyburn, Saskatchewan, Canada
- Date of Death: February 25, 1998
- Gender: Male
- Job Title: Writer
- Crew Jobs: Writer, Novel
Who is W.O. Mitchell?
William Ormond Mitchell, PC OC (March 13, 1914 – February 25, 1998) was a Canadian writer and broadcaster. His “best-loved” novel is Who Has Seen the Wind (1947), which portrays life on the Canadian Prairies from the point of view of a small boy and sold almost a million copies in Canada. As a broadcaster, he is known for his radio series Jake and the Kid, which aired on CBC Radio between 1950 and 1956 and was also about life on the Prairies.
What is W.O. Mitchell known for?
W.O. Mitchell is a Canadian writer whose works span both screen and broadcast. His most recognized credits include:
- Who Has Seen the Wind (1977, Movie)
- Armchair Theatre (1956, TV Series)
- Telescope (1963, TV Series)
- Darts in the Dark: An Introduction to W.O. Mitchell (1980, Movie)
- Fires of Envy (1957, Movie)
- Folio (1955, TV Series)
- Jake and The Kid (1995, TV Series)
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