Nicolas Freeling, a renowned British writer, entered this world on March 3, 1927, in the vibrant city of London, England, United Kingdom. His literary career was marked by a wide range of notable works, including the iconic television series "Van der Valk" (2020),as well as the earlier adaptation (1972),and the critically acclaimed novel "Because of the Cats" (1973).
Throughout his personal life, Freeling was married to the lovely Cornelia Termes, with whom he shared a deep and abiding love. Tragically, his life was cut short on July 20, 2003, in the picturesque town of Mutzig, located in the Bas-Rhin department of northeastern France.