Earl Derr Biggers

American novelist, creator of Charlie Chan

Earl Derr Biggers - American novelist, creator of Charlie Chan
Born

August 24th, 1884
140 years ago

Died

April 5th, 1933
91 years ago — 48 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A novelist and playwright from the United States, he achieved recognition through the creation of the character Charlie Chan, a fictional Chinese detective. This character first appeared in the 1925 novel 'The House Without a Key' and subsequently in several other works. The stories featuring Charlie Chan received adaptations into successful films, making the character iconic in mystery literature. Additionally, Biggers wrote plays and other novels, contributing to the early 20th-century literary scene and influencing the genre.

Created the Charlie Chan character in 'The House Without a Key'

Wrote several sequels featuring Charlie Chan

Authored various plays and novels

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