Edna Ferber Writer

Edna Ferber (August 15, 1885 – April 16, 1968) was an American novelist, short story writer and playwright. Her novels were especially popular and included the Pulitzer Prize-winning So Big (1924), Show Boat (1926; made into the celebrated 1927 musical), Cimarron (1929; made into the 1931 film which won the Academy Award for Best Picture), and Giant (1952; made into the 1956 Hollywood movie).

Personal facts

Birth date	August 15, 1885
Birth place	Michigan , Kalamazoo Michigan , United States
Nationality	United States
Date of death	April 16, 1968
Place of death	New York City , United States , New York