About
A Rhodesian-born Scottish writer, he is best known as the creator of The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency series. His other mystery series include the Sunday Philosophy Club books and the 44 Scotland Street series. He also wrote several children's novels.
Before Fame
He attended the Christian Brothers College before moving to Scotland to study law at the University of Edinburgh. One of his first published works was a 1978 academic paper entitled Power and Manoeuvrability.
Trivia
He became a respected expert on medical law and bioethics.
Family Life
He was born in Bulawayo, Rhodesia. He had two daughters with his wife, Elizabeth.
Associated With
His fans include former First Lady Laura W. Bush.
