P.L. Travers

P.L. Travers was an Australian-born writer best known for creating the beloved children's book character Mary Poppins. She was a talented storyteller and novelist who crafted the original stories in the early 20th century. Travers was known for her strong opinions and complex personality, which influenced the way she portrayed her characters. Her works explore themes of imagination, tradition, and independence. Despite her fame, she preferred to keep creative control of her stories, famously clashing with Disney over the adaptation of Mary Poppins into a film. Travers's legacy endures through her influential literary contributions and her iconic character.