Patricia Highsmith

Patricia Highsmith

Personal Info

  • Known for

    Writing

  • Gender

    Female

  • Birthday

    1921-01-19

  • Day of Death

    1995-02-04 (74 years old)

  • Place of Birth

    Forth Worth, Texas, USA

Biography

Patricia Highsmith (January 19, 1921 – February 4, 1995) was an American novelist and short story writer best known for her psychological thrillers, including her series of five novels featuring the character Tom Ripley. She wrote 22 novels and numerous short stories throughout her career spanning nearly five decades, and her work has led to more than two dozen film adaptations.

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