Hugh Walpole was a British author born on March 13, 1884, in Auckland, New Zealand. He is best known for his novels, particularly the Rogue Herries series, which gained popularity in the early 20th century. Walpole's writing often explored themes of human experience and emotion, and he was recognized for his vivid storytelling. In addition to his novels, Walpole was also a playwright and wrote short stories. He served as the president of the Royal Society of Literature and was awarded the James Tait Black Memorial Prize for his literary contributions. Walpole passed away on June 1, 1941.