Margaret Kennedy (23 April 1896 – 31 July 1967) was an English novelist and playwright. Born in London, she attended Cheltenham Ladies' College prior to reading History at Somerville College, Oxford. She is perhaps best-remembered for her 1924 novel The Constant Nymph, but received considerable critical acclaim for other works, most notably Troy Chimneys, for which she was awarded the 1953 James Tait Black Memorial Prize. The former was adapted for the screen in 1928 by Adrian Brunel and Alma Reville, with film being directed by Brunel and Basil Dean. The Production starred Ivor Novello, Mabel Poulton and Benita Hume.
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| NAME | Kennedy, Margaret |
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| SHORT DESCRIPTION | English novelist and playwright |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 23 April 1896 |
| PLACE OF BIRTH | London, United Kingdom |
| DATE OF DEATH | 31 July 1967 |
| PLACE OF DEATH | United Kingdom |
