Georgette Heyer

Georgette Heyer (1902–1974) was a British author. She was born in Wimbledon and died in London. At the age of 17, she wrote her first novel, The Black Moth, which was published in 1921. Heyer became particularly known for her detailed historical novels, especially those set during the Regency period. By 1972, she had published 57 books.