About
An author known for her works of historical fiction, she won the Booker Prize for both Wolf Hall and Bring up the Bodies. Both works focus on Thomas Cromwell. She wrote over 10 novels, in addition to countless short stories.
Before Fame
In her early adulthood, she was a social worker at a geriatric hospital. Her later visits to remote countries like Botswana and Saudi Arabia informed her writing.
Trivia
She was one of only a handful of authors to win the Booker Prize twice. In 2013, she was included on Time magazine's list of The 100 Most Influential People. She passed away at the age of 70 after complications related to a stroke.
Family Life
Her husband, Gerald McEwen, gave up his career in geology to manage her business affairs.
Associated With
She joined actress Jennifer Lawrence and singer Christina Aguilera on Time magazine's list of the most influential artists.
