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Elizabeth Jane Howard
Elizabeth Jane Howard

Elizabeth Jane Howard was a British novelist celebrated for her works in romance and science fiction. Born on March 26, 1923, and passing away on January 2, 2014, Howard's writing career spanned several decades, with her science fiction series, including 'The Forerunner' and 'The Biograph' trilogies, being particularly memorable. more

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