Eric Malpass

Eric Lawson Malpass (November 14, 1910 - October 16, 1996) was an English novelist noted for his humorous and witty descriptions of rural family life, in particular that of his creation, the extended Pentecost family. However, Malpass also wrote historical fiction, ranging in scope from the late Middle Ages to Edwardian England.

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November 14 - 1910 - October 16 - 1996 - Extended - Historical fiction - Middle Ages - Edwardian England

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Born in Derby, Malpass, while writing in his spare time, worked in a bank before becoming, in 1947, an employee at the BBC. After his initial successes, especially with Morning's at Seven, he turned to writing full-time. Married with children, he lived in Long Eaton, Derbyshire until his death.

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Derby - 1947 - BBC - Morning's at Seven - Long Eaton - Derbyshire

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Interestingly, Malpass acquired his most devoted readership on the Continent, particularly in Germany, where most of his books were translated.

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