What is Robert Hichens best known for?

Robert Hichens is widely recognized for his novel *The Garden of Allah*, which became a bestseller and was adapted into multiple films. He was also a prolific writer of ghost stories and psychological thrillers.

Are there film adaptations of Robert Hichens' books?

Several of Robert Hichens' works have been adapted for the screen, most notably *The Garden of Allah*, which saw film versions in 1916, 1927, and 1936. His novel *Bella Donna* was also adapted into a film in 1923.

Robert Smythe Hichens

1864 – 1950

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Robert Smythe Hichens is the author of the chilling novel The Dark Descent. He's known for his atmospheric and often unsettling tales. If you enjoy stories that linger long after you've finished them, you'll want to explore his work.

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Travel Fiction Horror Cosmic Horror Gothic

Also Known As

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The Dark Descent

Algernon Blackwood

I Shudder at Your Touch

Angela Carter

Egypt and its monuments

Jules Vallée Guérin

The Holy Land

Jules Vallée Guérin

near East; Dalmatia, Greece and Constantinople

Jules Vallée Guérin

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Frequently asked questions

What is Robert Hichens best known for?
Robert Hichens is widely recognized for his novel The Garden of Allah, which became a bestseller and was adapted into multiple films. He was also a prolific writer of ghost stories and psychological thrillers.
Are there film adaptations of Robert Hichens' books?
Several of Robert Hichens' works have been adapted for the screen, most notably The Garden of Allah, which saw film versions in 1916, 1927, and 1936. His novel Bella Donna was also adapted into a film in 1923.