Daphne du Maurier

Dame Daphne du Maurier, Lady Browning, DBE was an English author, biographer, and playwright who lived from 13 May 1907 until 19 April 1989. Du Maurier lived in Cornwall for most of her life, and most of her novels are set there. She became increasingly reclusive as her celebrity grew.

Her stories have been described as "moody and resonant" with otherworldly implications, despite the fact that she is classified as a romantic novelist. Her best-selling books were initially dismissed by critics, but they have now established an enduring reputation for narrative excellence. The novels Rebecca, Frenchman's Creek, My Cousin Rachel, and Jamaica Inn, as well as the short tales "The Birds" and "Don't Look Now," have all been effectively turned into films.

Nationality: U.K