Paton

Pa·ton

 (pāt′n), Alan Stewart 1903-1988.

South African writer noted for his novels Cry, the Beloved Country (1948) and Too Late the Phalarope (1953). He was a founder and leader (1953-1968) of the Liberal Party of South Africa.

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Paton

(ˈpeɪtən)

n

(Biography) Alan (Stewart). 1903–88, South African writer, noted esp for his novel dealing with racism and apartheid in South Africa, Cry, the Beloved Country (1965)

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Pa•ton

(ˈpeɪt n)

n.

Alan (Stewart), 1903–88, South African novelist.

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Paton - South African writer (1903-1988) Alan Paton, Alan Stewart Paton

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