Henry Graham Greene (2nd October 1904 - 3rd April 1991) was an English writer and journalist regarded by many as one of the leading novelists of the 20th Century.
Combining literary acclaim with widespread popularity, greene acquired a reputation early in his lifetime as a major writer, both of serious catholic novels, and of thrillers (or "entertainments" as he termed them). he was shortlisted for the nobel prize in literature several times. Through 67 years of writing, which included over 25 novels, he explored the conflicting moral and political issues of the modern world. he was awarded the 1968 shakespeare prize and the 1981 jerusalem prize.