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Dorothy Gilman
Dorothy Gilman
25 June 1923 – 2 February 2012- Books
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Dorothy Edith Gilman was born in New Brunswick, New Jersey, the daughter of a minister. In 1940, she attended Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. In 1945, she married Edgar A. Butters, Jr., with whom she had two children. In 1963, she attended the University of Pennsylvania. She divorced in 1965. She wrote mystery and spy novels, and is best known for her Mrs. Pollifax series. In 2010 she was awarded the annual Grand Master by the Mystery Writers of America.
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Mystery Fiction Espionage Spy Amateur Sleuth
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The Unexpected Mrs. Pollifax
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Mrs. Pollifax #1
The amazing Mrs. Pollifax
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Mrs. Pollifax #2
The Elusive Mrs. Pollifax
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Mrs. Pollifax #3
A palm for Mrs. Pollifax
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Mrs. Pollifax #4
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The Mrs. Pollifax series should be read in publication order, starting with The Unexpected Mrs. Pollifax. Following this order allows readers to experience the character's development and ongoing adventures chronologically.
Dorothy Gilman was honored with the Grand Master Award by the Mystery Writers of America in 2010, recognizing her significant contributions to the mystery genre.
The novel The Unexpected Mrs. Pollifax was adapted into a film titled Mrs. Pollifax—Spy, starring Rosalind Russell.
Dorothy Gilman is known for her unique blend of mystery and espionage with a touch of humor, often featuring an unconventional protagonist who defies expectations. Her stories frequently explore themes of self-discovery and courage in unexpected circumstances.