Ruth Rendell: Biography, Facts and Career
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Ruth Barbara Rendell, Baroness Rendell of Babergh, (née Grasemann; 17 February 1930 – 2 May 2015) was an English author of thrillers and psychological murder mysteries. Rendell is best known for creating Chief Inspector Wexford. A second string of works was a series of unrelated crime novels that explored the psychological background of criminals and their victims. This theme was developed further in a third series of novels, published under the pseudonym Barbara Vine. Rendell has sold an estimated 20 million copies of her novels.
Quick facts about Ruth Rendell
- Full name: Ruth Rendell
- Born: 1930-02-17
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Author
- Wikidata ID: Q232260
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Who is Ruth Rendell?
Ruth Barbara Rendell, Baroness Rendell of Babergh, (née Grasemann; 17 February 1930 – 2 May 2015) was an English author of thrillers and psychological murder mysteries. Rendell is best known for creating Chief Inspector Wexford.
What nationality is Ruth Rendell?
Ruth Rendell is United Kingdom.
When was Ruth Rendell born?
Ruth Rendell was born on 1930-02-17.
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