DuMaurier Daphne

Daphne du Maurier (1907–1989)

British novelist and short story writer born in London on May 13, 1907. A leading figure in 20th‑century Gothic fiction, her work blends romance, suspense, and atmospheric landscapes with strong, complex female protagonists.

Biographical snapshot

• Born: 13 May 1907, London, United Kingdom
• Parents: Sir Gerald du Maurier (actor-manager) and Muriel Beaumont
• Notable achievements span novels, short stories, and screenplays
• Died: 1989 (Cornwall, United Kingdom)

Notable works

• Rebecca (1938) — Gothic novel that became an international classic; adapted into a 1940 film by Alfred Hitchcock.
• Jamaica Inn (1936) — dark tale of danger and mystery set on Cornwall’s moorlands.
• The Birds (short story, 1952) — eerie tale later adapted into the iconic 1963 Hitchcock film.
• My Cousin Rachel (1951) — atmospheric mystery later adapted for cinema.
• Dont Look Now (1971) — novella; adapted into the 1973 film by Nicolas Roeg.
• Frenchman’s Creek (1941) and The House on the Strand (1969) — additional acclaimed novels.

Film, theatre and other adaptations

Rebecca (1940 film) won the Academy Award for Best Picture, helping cement du Maurier’s international reputation. The Birds (1963) and Dont Look Now (1973) are other high‑profile screen adaptations of her work. Her stories and novels have continued to inspire film, theatre and scholarly study over the decades.

Posthumous publications and ongoing interest

Since her death, posthumous editions, letters, diaries and scholarly studies have kept her work in circulation. Museums, libraries and universities frequently reference her contributions to Gothic fiction and narrative craft. Milestone anniversaries periodically renew public and academic interest, with new editions and critical essays in circulation.

News and public presence

As a deceased author, there are no official contemporary social media accounts for Daphne du Maurier. Public information about her is maintained by literary reference sources and her literary estate. For reliable information, consult established reference works (such as Britannica) and archives in libraries or dedicated scholarly publications. In Cornwall, sites associated with her life—such as Menabilly and related heritage locations—often feature in heritage‑focused programming and exhibitions.

Social media and public profiles

There are no official, verified social media profiles representing Daphne du Maurier. Any current pages or channels claiming official status are not recognized as authoritative sources. For up‑to‑date, credible information, rely on well‑established literary reference materials and archival resources.