Patrick Dennis Series
May 18, 1921 – November 6, 1976
Edward Everett Tanner III, despite being one of the most popular novelists of the 1950s and 1960s, spent the final years of his life as a butler. A bisexual man, he maintained a wife and family while also pursuing relationships with men. His writing often delved into the complexities of human connection and societal expectations, earning him a broad readership. Tanner masterfully navigated the inner lives of his characters, crafting narratives that were both engaging and frequently surprising.





