Wilbur Smith Bibliography

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Wilbur Smith was born in Rhodesia, now Zambia, on 9th January 1933 and grew up on a huge farm with a wealthy family. He left university and wanted to become a writer though his father forbade it forcing him to become an accountant. He was still working when he wrote his first published novel, he was given a £1,000 advance which was justified as the book met with immediate success thus enabling him to become a full time writer. He continued with a prolific output and became one of the best selling thriller writers in the world. His popularity has meant large print runs consequently first editions are not scarce, that said the first few titles are not easy in collectable condition. If you are looking to buy or sell books then our find a book shop section may be of some assistance.

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