Edward Frederic Benson

English novelist and writer (1867–1940).

Born July 24th, 1867 in Berkshire. [ref]

Died February 29th, 1940 at 72 years old in London (esophageal cancer). [ref]

Occupations
archaeologist, biographer, novelist, science fiction writer, writer
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The fear of death follows from the fear of life. A man who lives fully is prepared to die at any time. Mark Twain