Frances Hodgson Burnett was born in Manchester, England, in 1849.
* Her father died when she was four years old, and her family struggled financially.
* In 1865, she emigrated to the United States with her family.
* She began writing short stories and novels to support her family.
* Her most famous novels include Little Lord Fauntleroy, A Little Princess, and The Secret Garden.
* She was also a successful playwright.
* She died in 1924 at the age of 74.
* Her books are still enjoyed by children and adults today.