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Elizabeth Taylor (novelist) - Definition |
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Elizabeth Taylor (1912 - 1975) was a popular English novelist and short story writer of the mid-20th century.
She was born Elizabeth Coles in Reading, Berkshire. She was educated at the Abbey School, Reading, and worked as a private tutor and as a librarian. In 1936, she married John Taylor, a businessman.
Her work is mainly concerned with "everyday" situations. Her best-known novels include:
- A Wreath of Roses (1949)
- The Sleeping Beauty (1953)
- The Wedding Group (1968)
- Mrs Palfrey at the Claremont (1971)
- The Devastating Boys (1972)
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