Birthdate: August 9, 1899
Sun Sign: Leo
Birthplace: Maryborough, Australia
Died: April 23, 1996
P. L. Travers, an Australian-British writer, is best known for the Mary Poppins book series. Starting her career in England under the pen name P. L. Travers, she briefly worked as a professional Shakespearean actress before earning acclaim for her writing. During World War II, she traveled to New York City while working for the British Ministry of Information. Walt Disney eventually acquired the film rights for Mary Poppins following years of communication with Travers. Her work has since inspired stage musicals and film adaptations.
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