Ngaio Marsh

Edith Ngaio Marsh was born in Christchurch, New Zealand, on 23 April 1895. Although this date was officially registered as her birth date, there were uncertainties because her father neglected to register her birth until 1900. Throughout her life, Marsh was primarily known as a writer, focusing on crime fiction. She also made significant contributions to the arts as a theatre director, actress, and artist.