C. S. Forester
- writer
- screenwriter
- novelist
- journalist
- playwright
- war correspondent
- Born 1899-08-27
- Died 1966-04-02 (aged 66)
- Nationality United Kingdom
Biography
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Known for
Filmography
See full filmography| Role | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 |  The African Queen | Movie | screenwriter | 52 |
Career timeline
Award won Role or nomination
1899 age 0
Born1951 age 52
1966 age 66
Died
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Photos
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Photo:Bassano LtdPublic domain
Quotes
When a man who is drinking neat gin starts talking about his mother he is past all argument.
C. S. Forester, CC BY-SA 4.0
"I did not ask for objections, but for comments, or helpful suggestions. I looked for more loyalty from you, Captain Hornblower." That made the whole argument pointless. If Leighton only wanted servile agreement there was no sense in continuing.
C. S. Forester, CC BY-SA 4.0
The lucky man is he who knows how much to leave to chance.
C. S. Forester, CC BY-SA 4.0
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Facts
Personal details
- Nationalities
- United Kingdom
- Cause of death
- Alzheimer's disease
- Languages
- English
- Notable works
- The African Queen
- Education
- Alleyn's School, Dulwich College, King's College London