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Writing
H. E. Bates
H. E. Bates is best known for The Darling Buds of May, The Larkins, Country Matters and ITV Playhouse. H. E. Bates was born on May 16, 1905. H. E. Bates died on January 28, 1974 at the age of 68.
- Born
- May 16, 1905
- Place of birth
- Northamptonshire, England, UK
- Died
- January 28, 1974 (68 years old)
Biography
Herbert Ernest Bates CBE (16 May 1905 – 29 January 1974), better known as H. E. Bates, was an English writer of novels and short stories. His best-known works include Love for Lydia, The Darling Buds of May, and My Uncle Silas.
Known for
Filmography
- 2021The LarkinsNovel
- 2001My Uncle SilasShort Story
- 1991The Darling Buds of MayNovel
- 1980Fair Stood the Wind for FranceNovel
- 1977ChildhoodWriter
- 1972Country MattersStory
- 1967ITV PlayhouseWriter
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has H. E. Bates been in?
H. E. Bates is best known for The Darling Buds of May, The Larkins, Country Matters and ITV Playhouse.
When was H. E. Bates born?
H. E. Bates was born on May 16, 1905. (Northamptonshire, England, UK)
How old is H. E. Bates?
H. E. Bates died on January 28, 1974 at the age of 68.
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