Hilary Mantel

Dame Hilary Mantel was a renowned British author celebrated for her historical fiction, particularly the acclaimed Wolf Hall trilogy about Thomas Cromwell, which earned her the distinction of being the first woman to win the Booker Prize twice. Born in Derbyshire, she studied law at the University of Sheffield, lived abroad in Botswana and Saudi Arabia, and battled severe endometriosis throughout her life. Her works also include memoirs like Giving Up the Ghost and novels such as A Place of Greater Safety and Beyond Black, showcasing her sharp social insights across various settings.

Hadfield, Derbyshire, England Jul 6, 1952 Wikipedia
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