Patricia Highsmith
Born
January 19, 1921 in Forth Worth, Texas, USA
Died
February 04, 1995
Popularity
1.0526
Biography
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.