Quote by: Ruth Prawer Jhabvala

The older books were quite light-hearted. But I think most of my novels do end on a deep note of pessimism. Shadows seem to be closing in. The final conclusion isn't that life is wonderful and everything is bright and cheery and in the garden.


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Author Bio


  • NameRuth Prawer Jhabvala
  • Descriptionauthor
  • BornMay 7, 1927
  • DiedApril 3, 2013
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
  • ProfessionScreenwriter; Author; Novelist
  • AwardsGuggenheim Fellowship; MacArthur Fellows Program; Commander Of The Order Of The British Empire; Writers Guild Of America Award