Peter Robinson, a famous writer passed away on Tuesday in Toronto after a brief illness, his publisher announced on Friday. British-Canadian novelist Peter died at 72. Let’s see how Peter Robinson die and his cause of death in detail.
How did Peter Robinson die?
Robinson was born in Yorkshire, England, in 1950. To get a master’s degree in creative writing at the University of Windsor, Robinson came to Canada. He also pursued Ph.D. in English at York University. After a brief illness, Peter Robinson passed away on October 5th, 2022. He passed away at age 72.
We are very sad to announce the death of much-loved crime writer Peter Robinson and pass our deepest condolences to his family and friends.
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— Hodder & Stoughton (@HodderBooks) October 7, 2022
Peter Robinson, the author of the enduring Inspector Banks series, explored the most terrible impulses of human nature while creating carefully plotted stories of betrayal, vengeance, and murder. His fellow writers made tributes following his death.
Robinson’s compassionate nature was said to stand in sharp contrast to the brutal subjects of his writings by members of Canada’s crime-writing community. Robinson filled his novels with humanity that distinguished them from other murder mysteries, according to McClelland & Stewart’s departing publisher Jared Bland. “Peter wrote about the most horrific subjects, but never without a glimmer of hope in the distance, and always with a perfectly attuned sense of the frailty and beauty of the human being.”
What is the cause of the death of Peter Robinson?
Robinson passed away at the age of 72 in Toronto on Tuesday after a brief illness, according to his publisher McClelland & Stewart. The publisher Hodder & Stoughton stated in a statement that Peter Robinson was a tremendously talented writer and a wonderful man, and we’re all deeply grieved by his loss. The author, who was born in Yorkshire, passed away unexpectedly on October 4 following a brief illness.
Peter Robinson was a writer I met on this path. Through the past three decades we shared cars, meals, stages and more than a few pints. We celebrated each other’s successes and sought each other’s advice. He was very quiet but very funny.
— Michael Connelly (@Connellybooks) October 7, 2022
Medico topics have been trying to reach out to the family and relatives for comment on the incident. So far no responses have been received. We will update the page once enough information is available. More information on Peter’s cause of death will be added soon.
Who is Peter Robinson?
Peter was born on 17 March 1950 in Armley, Leeds, United Kingdom and he died on 4 October 2022 in Richmond. Robinson graduated from the University of Windsor with a Master of Arts in English and Creative Writing, with Joyce Carol Oates serving as his mentor. Later, in 1983, he received a Doctor of Philosophy in English from York University.
Over the series of many novels spanning 35 years, Robinson kept readers on the edge of their seats as he described the exploits of British detective Alan Banks, who had a thirst for justice, a biting sense of humor, and a penchant for classic music.
J.D. Singh, Sleuth of Baker Street bookstore’s co-owner said “Robinson always made time to engage with readers and support up-and-coming writers”. “That generosity of spirit … whenever I read the Banks books, that was Peter.” In Toronto, he studied at several universities and colleges, where he lived with his wife, Sheila Halladay.
What are Peter’s works?
Tributes to Peter Robinson
Stephen King tweeted,
So sorry to hear Peter Robinson, author of the DCI Banks novels, has died. I loved all of those books. Excellent British police procedures.
Hodder & Stoughton tweeted,
We are very sad to announce the death of much-loved crime writer Peter Robinson and pass our deepest condolences to his family and friends.
Tana Collins tweeted,
Devastated to learn of the death of my mentor, Peter Robinson (DCI Banks) Having been a huge fan in 2011 I flew to Estonia to study crime fiction with him at the University of Tallinn. Warm, talented & generous with his time he was the reason I became a writer. Thank you, Peter. RIP.
Val Penny tweeted,
I am desperately sad to return to the UK and learn of the death of my friend and mentor, Peter Robinson. My thoughts and prayers go out to his wife, Sheila Halladay, and all his friends and family. The world has lost a true gentleman and a fine author. RIP Peter.
Joanna Cannon tweeted,
I absolutely adore Peter Robinson’s writing. Huge condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues. This is just so incredibly sad.
Miranda Dickinson tweeted,
Such a shock and terribly sad news. Peter Robinson was a brilliant writer, speaker, and person. Big love to everyone who loved him and his books.
@Inspector_Banks
Peter James tweeted,
So sad to hear about the passing of fellow crime writer, Peter Robinson. A truly lovely, generous-spirited guy and an immensely gifted writer.
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