Renowned British author and former politician Jeffrey Archer passes away at 86
Best-selling novelist and former Conservative politician Jeffrey Archer has died suddenly and peacefully at his home.
Jeffrey Archer, a well-known figure in British literature, best-selling novelist, and former Conservative Party Member of Parliament, has died suddenly at his home at the age of 86.
Statement from His Publisher
In a statement issued by publisher HarperCollins, it was stated that the author passed away suddenly and peacefully at his home on Monday between two writing sessions.
The author's editor, Kate Elton, described him as a master storyteller and an editor's dream, expressing deep sorrow.
His Final Book and Events
Jeffrey Archer was scheduled to attend the Cheltenham Literature Festival this week to promote his book titled Adam and Eve, which he described as the final novel of his fifty-year writing career.
Tabloid reports noted that just before his death, the author was signing books for fans at an event in London on Sunday.
Colorful Life and Sales Figures
According to information on his official website, Archer's works have sold over 300 million copies worldwide, and he led a life as colorful as the characters in his novels.
The author had previously shared with the public in 2014 that he was diagnosed with prostate cancer and underwent treatment.