Francis Marion Crawford, a renowned writer of his time, was born on August 2, 1854, in the picturesque town of Bagni di Lucca, which was then a part of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, but is now located in the region of Tuscany, Italy.
As a writer, Francis Marion Crawford is perhaps best known for his works, which include the novels "Son of India" (1931),"The White Sister" (1923),and "In the Palace of the King" (1923),among others.
In his personal life, Francis Marion Crawford was married to Elizabeth Christophers Berdan, with whom he shared a deep love and companionship.
Tragically, Francis Marion Crawford's life was cut short when he passed away on April 9, 1909, in the charming town of Sorrento, which is located in the region of Campania, Italy.