Deon Godfrey Meyer is a South African thriller novelist, writing primarily in Afrikaans.
10 Facts About Deon Meyer
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Deon Meyer has written numerous scripts for television and film.
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Deon Meyer matriculated in 1976 at the Schoonspruit High School in Klerksdorp.
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Deon Meyer studied at Potchefstroom University for Christian Higher Education where he studied for a BA with English and History as majors.
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Deon Meyer later obtained an honours degree at the University of the Free State.
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Deon Meyer was a long-time resident of historical coastal resort of Melkbosstrand where he wrote most of his novels.
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Deon Meyer then worked as manager of special projects at BMW motorcycles.
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Deon Meyer's hobbies include touring Southern Africa on a motorcycle.
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Deon Meyer's novels reflect current social issues in South Africa, including that of the apartheid system.
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Deon Meyer's novels have been nominated for and have won numerous awards.