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Marie Corelli: Biography, Facts and Career

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Mary Mackay (1 May 1855 – 21 April 1924), also called Minnie Mackey and known by her pseudonym Marie Corelli (, also UK: , US: ), was an English novelist. From the appearance of her first novel A Romance of Two Worlds in 1886, she became a bestselling fiction-writer; her works were largely concerned with Christianity, reincarnation, astral projection and mysticism. Despite her many distinguished patrons, she was often ridiculed by critics. Corelli lived her later years in Stratford-upon-Avon, whose historic buildings she fought hard to preserve.

Quick facts about Marie Corelli

  • Full name: Marie Corelli
  • Born: 1855-05-01
  • Nationality: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
  • Known as: Author
  • Wikidata ID: Q263254

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Who is Marie Corelli?

Mary Mackay (1 May 1855 – 21 April 1924), also called Minnie Mackey and known by her pseudonym Marie Corelli (, also UK: , US: ), was an English novelist. From the appearance of her first novel A Romance of Two Worlds in 1886, she became a bestselling fiction-writer; her works were largely concerned with Christianity, reincarnation, astral projection and mysticism.

What nationality is Marie Corelli?

Marie Corelli is United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.

When was Marie Corelli born?

Marie Corelli was born on 1855-05-01.

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