About
Dame Hilary Mantel was a highly acclaimed British author renowned for her historical fiction. She is best known for her Wolf Hall trilogy, which chronicles the life of Thomas Cromwell. Mantel's writing is celebrated for its meticulous research, vivid characterization, and psychological depth. She won the Booker Prize twice, for *Wolf Hall* and *Bring Up the Bodies*, making her the first woman and the first author to win the award for consecutive novels.
Career Timeline
Publishes 'Wolf Hall'
Publication of Wolf Hall brought her critical acclaim.
Wins Booker Prize ('Wolf Hall')
Winning the Booker Prize elevated her status.
Publishes 'Bring Up the Bodies'
Continued success with the sequel.
Wins Booker Prize (Again)
Second Booker Prize win solidified her reputation.
Publishes 'The Mirror & the Light'
Completion of the Wolf Hall trilogy.
Death of Hilary Mantel
Mantel's death marked the loss of a literary giant.
Lasting Literary Legacy
Mantel's works continue to be celebrated, solidifying her place in literary history.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026