Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849–1924) was a British-American writer and playwright, best known for her enduring children's novels. Born in Manchester, England, she emigrated to the United States during her youth. She found literary success with works such as Little Lord Fauntleroy and, most notably, The Secret Garden. Her writing is marked by sensitivity, imagination, and a strong belief in the healing power of love, nature, and the resilience of children.