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Ngaio Marsh: Quick Facts

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Also Known As Dame Edith Ngaio Marsh
Born April 23, 1895 • Christchurch • New Zealand
Died February 18, 1982 (aged 86) • Christchurch • New Zealand
Notable Works “A Man Lay Dead” • “Black Beech and Honeydew”

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