Writing

Patricia Highsmith

Born 19 January 1921 · Forth Worth, Texas, USA · Died 4 February 1995 at 74

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.