Neil F. Grant

Neil Forbes Grant (1 August 1882 – 24 December 1970) was an English journalist, memorialist, and playwright.

History

Before being known as a dramatist, Grant had an extensive career as a journalist, serving as foreign editor of The Morning Post for seven years. His most successful play, Possessions, was first performed in January 1925, at the London Vaudeville, then had a long run at the Garrick Theatre.

Works

• Dusty Ermine became the 1936 film Dusty Ermine, aka Love in the Alps, American title Hideout in the Alps.
• Possessions
• The Three Kisses
• On Dartmoor
• The Age of Leisure
• Petticoat Influence

Recognition

Grant was appointed a CBE in 1919.

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