Daphne Du Maurier - Biography
Biography of Daphne Du Maurier: English Writer and Author of "Rebecca"Daphne Du (March 13, 1907 - April 19, 1989) is a name associated with mystical and mysterious novels as well as the iconic "Rebecca." The English writer became known for her works, which often combined elements of drama, mysticism and psychological tension. In this biography, we look at key moments in the life and work of Daphne Du Maurier.
Daphne Meri Lucille Du was born in London, UK, the son of famous actor Herald Du and his wife, actress Mabelle Grieve. Daphne was the third child in the family and spent her early years frequently touring the theatre with her parents.
In the 1920s, the Du family moved to Cornwall, where Daphne began to comprehend the local nature and lifestyle, which had a deep impact on her future work.
Daphne Du Maurier began her literary career as the author of short stories and articles. She wrote for various magazines and newspapers, but her real breakthrough was the novel "Phenomenon" (1931), which was well received by critics.
However, the most famous and recognized work of Daphne Du was Rebecca (1938). This novel became a classic work of English literature and was adapted into a film by Alfred Hitchcock. "Rebecca" tells the story of a young woman marrying a rich and mysterious widower and facing the mysteries of the past and the sinister shadow of his previous wife.
Author genres
Winning hearts
Price: 5.02 USD

Book Desperate Riders. Book 3 Star Menzatyuk
Price: 4.14 USD

The book De eats and with whom Freimuth O. Freimuth sleeps
Price: 7.54 USD

Book 4 Lockwood & Co Agency: A Crumbling Shadow. Jonathan Stroud fantasy
Price: 3.77 USD

Book In the Woods of the Forest by Dark Ruth Weah
Price: 10.05 USD

Book Healthy Diet for the Best Version of Yourself
Price: 6.76 USD

Book Seven Redhead Stories (in English)
Theater and film actors

Sean Hayes

Franco Nero

Belladonna

Evan Peters

Aiden Lovecamp

Dane Cook
Read also