Known for movies
The Lady and the Highwayman (1989)
as Writer
A Hazard of Hearts (1987)
as Writer
Duel of Hearts (1991)
as Writer
A Ghost in Monte Carlo (1990)
as Writer
Short Info
| Died | May 21, 2000, Hatfield, United Kingdom |
| Spouse | Hugh McCorquodale, Alexander McCorquodale |
| Mark | Pink dresses and plumed hats |
| Fact | In the early 1960's, she campaigned for the rights of gypsies' to have a permanent place to live which resulted in an act of Parliament. One of the first gypsy camps was opened by her in 1964 and called Barbaraville and there are now 14 in Hertfordshire. This has meant thousands of gypsies and their families have a place to call home and their children can be educated in their local area. |
Barbara Cartland was born on July 9, 1901, in Edgbaston, Birmingham, England. Her parents were Edward and Mary (née Bowes-Lyon) Cartland. She had two older sisters, Dorothy and Nancy. Cartland was educated at home by governesses until the age of 16. She then attended finishing schools in Paris and London.
Cartland began her writing career in 1923, when she sold her first short story to a magazine. She went on to write more than 700 novels, including romances, historical novels, and detective stories. Many of her novels were bestsellers, and she became one of the world’s most prolific authors.
Cartland’s personal life was as colorful as her novels. She was married three times and had numerous affairs. She was also a close friend of the British royal family, and was rumored to be the mistress of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Cartland died on May 21, 2000, at the age of 98. At the time of her death, she was the world’s oldest working author.
Early Life
It is the end of our third month in the Barbara Cartland Book Challenge, time to tick off two more books on your checklist! This month we explored 'The Protection of Love' and 'Waling to Wonderland'.
We would love to hear your thoughts. Which book was your favourite? ❤️ pic.twitter.com/YcmhE63wLt
— Barbara Cartland (@Cartland_Books) April 30, 2021
Barbara Cartland was born on July 9, 1901, in Edgbaston, Birmingham, England. Her parents were Edward and Mary (née Bowes-Lyon) Cartland. She had two older sisters, Dorothy and Nancy.
Cartland’s father was a major in the Royal Horse Guards. He died of pneumonia in 1910, when Barbara was nine years old. Her mother died of cancer in 1921.
Cartland was educated at home by governesses until the age of 16. She then attended finishing schools in Paris and London.
Career
We are coming to the end of the month… Have you finished February's reads from our Book Challenge? There are still a few days left for you to delve in and get involved. Sign up today! We can’t wait to hear your thoughts! ? https://t.co/10Cv0Wyvu1 pic.twitter.com/5hdh9SBc7K
— Barbara Cartland (@Cartland_Books) February 24, 2021
Cartland began her writing career in 1923, when she sold her first short story to a magazine. She went on to write more than 700 novels, including romances, historical novels, and detective stories. Many of her novels were bestsellers, and she became one of the world’s most prolific authors.
Cartland’s personal life was as colorful as her novels. She was married three times and had numerous affairs. She was also a close friend of the British royal family, and was rumored to be the mistress of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh.
Cartland died on May 21, 2000, at the age of 98. At the time of her death, she was the world’s oldest working author.
General Info
| Full Name | Barbara Cartland |
| Died | May 21, 2000, Hatfield, United Kingdom |
| Profession | Author, Politician |
| Education | Malvern St James |
| Nationality | British |
Family
| Spouse | Hugh McCorquodale, Alexander McCorquodale |
| Children | Raine Spencer, Countess Spencer, Ian McCorquodale, Glen McCorquodale |
| Parents | Bertram Cartland, Mary Hamilton Cartland |
| Siblings | Ronald Cartland |
Accomplishments
| Movies | The Lady and the Highwayman, A Hazard of Hearts |
Social profile links
Marks
| # | Marks / Signs |
|---|---|
| 1 | Pink dresses and plumed hats |
Quotes
| # | Quote |
|---|---|
| 1 | "Personally I want to be loved, adored, worshipped, cosseted and protected. Judging by the romantic boom, this is what women all over the world want too." (in 1977) |
| 2 | "I say a prayer. I really do. I say, 'Please God, get me a plot.' It's absolutely extraordinary: then the plot comes." (when asked where her ideas for books come from.) |
| 3 | I always use boot polish on my eyelashes, because I am very emotional person and it doesn't run when I cry. |
Facts
| # | Fact |
|---|---|
| 1 | In January 1988, she was awarded "La Medaille De Vermeil De La Ville De Paris", (The Gold Medal of Paris). This is the highest award to be given by the City of Paris for the achievement of 25 million books sold in France. |
| 2 | In 1964, she founded the National Association for Health in the United Kingdom, of which she was President, as a front for all the Health Stores and for any product made as alternative medicine. This health industry now enjoys a huge turnover each year, with one third going in export. |
| 3 | In 1931, she and two Royal Air Force Officers devised and created the first airplane-towed glider airmail. In 1984, she received the Bishop Wright Air industry Award at Kennedy Airport in Queens, New York for her contribution to the development of aviation. |
| 4 | In 1978, she sang an Album of Love Songs with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. |
| 5 | She wrote a number of biographies of famous characters from history, including the biography of her brother, Ronald Cartland, who was the first Member of Parliament to be killed in the Second World War. This book has a preface by Sir Winston Churchill. |
| 6 | She was an activist in fighting for better conditions and salaries for midwives and nurses. Through this cause, she was awarded Dame of Grace of the Order of St John of Jerusalem, Chairman of the St John Council in Hertfordshire and Deputy President of the St John Ambulance Brigade. Other books and recordings. |
| 7 | In the early 1960's, she campaigned for the rights of gypsies' to have a permanent place to live which resulted in an act of Parliament. One of the first gypsy camps was opened by her in 1964 and called Barbaraville and there are now 14 in Hertfordshire. This has meant thousands of gypsies and their families have a place to call home and their children can be educated in their local area. |
| 8 | During the Second World War from 1939 to 1945, she was Chief Lady Welfare Officer in Bedfordshire looking after 20,000 service men and women. She had the idea of gathering as many wedding dresses as she could for hire, so that service brides would have a white dress to wear on their wedding day. She bought 1,000 second hand gowns without coupons for the A.T.S., the W.A.A.F.S. and the W.R.E.N.S. In 1945, she received the Certificate of Merit from Eastern Command. |
| 9 | She was the most prolific and well-loved author of her time. She sold over 1,000 million books, giving her a place in the Guinness book of Records. Her 723 novels of romance and love have been enjoyed by generations in over 36 countries. |
| 10 | Died the same day as John Gielgud. |
| 11 | She had two sons, Ian and Glen. |
| 12 | Her daughter, Raine (9/9/1929-21/10/2016), was Princess Diana's stepmother. She was an elected member of the London County Council and later of the Greater London council. |
| 13 | Her second husband was her first husband's cousin. |
| 14 | She was awarded Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire in the 1991 Queen's New Year's Honours List for her services to literature. |
Movies
Writer
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duel of Hearts | 1991 | TV Movie novel | |
| A Ghost in Monte Carlo | 1990 | TV Movie novel | |
| The Lady and the Highwayman | 1989 | TV Movie novel | |
| A Hazard of Hearts | 1987 | TV Movie novel | |
| The Flame Is Love | 1979 | TV Movie novel |
Self
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Perfect Hero | 1999 | Documentary | Herself |
| The South Bank Show | 1997 | TV Series documentary | Herself |
| Mistresses | 1996 | TV Series documentary | Herself |
| The Car's the Star | 1995 | TV Series documentary | Herself - Silver Cloud Owner |
| Jarl's | 1994 | TV Series | Herself |
| Good Morning... with Anne and Nick | 1992 | TV Series | Herself |
| The Media Show | 1991 | TV Series | Herself |
| Wogan | 1991 | TV Series | Herself |
| This Is Your Life | 1989 | TV Series documentary | Herself |
| Live with Kelly and Michael | 1989 | TV Series | Herself |
| Where the Heart Roams | 1987 | Documentary | Herself |
| Àngel Casas Show | 1986 | TV Series | Herself |
| Champs-Elysées | 1984 | TV Series | Herself |
| Late Night with David Letterman | 1983 | TV Series | Herself |
| Friday Night, Saturday Morning | 1981 | TV Series | Herself |
| Good Morning America | 1980 | TV Series | Herself |
| Greenwich Village | 1972 | TV Series | Herself |
| V.I.P.-Schaukel | 1971 | TV Series documentary | Herself |
| The Anatomy of a Pin-Up | 1971 | Documentary short | Herself |
| Ev | 1970 | TV Series | Herself |
| The Eamonn Andrews Show | 1965 | TV Series | Herself |
| This Is Your Life | 1958 | TV Series documentary | Herself |
Archive Footage
| Title | Year | Status | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wogan: The Best Of | 2015 | TV Series | Herself |
| London - The Modern Babylon | 2012 | Documentary | Herself - Queen of Romance |
| Maid in Britain | 2010 | TV Movie documentary | Herself |
Source: IMDb, Wikipedia
