Daphne Du Maurier
4 SeriesDaphne du Maurier (1907-1989) was a renowned English author known for her novels, short stories, and plays. Three of her works—Rebecca, Jamaica Inn, and The Birds—were adapted into films by Alfred Hitchcock, and another, Don’t Look Now, was adapted by Nicolas Roeg. She came from a notable artistic family, with her grandfather and father both named George du Maurier, the former an artist and writer, and the latter an actor.
Daphne Du Maurier's works include several notable titles with alternate names. "The Progress of Julius," also known as "Julius," follows the titular character's complex journey. "The Breaking Point and Other Stories," published as "The Blue Lenses," features a collection of intriguing tales. "Don't Look Now and Other Stories," also titled "Not After Midnight," offers suspenseful narratives. "Myself When Young: The Shaping of a Writer," known as "Growing Pains," provides insight into Du Maurier's development as an author. Each work showcases her mastery of storytelling and psychological depth.
