Chase, James Hadley b. December 24, 1906 d. February 6, 1985 Author. Born René Brabazon Raymond in London, he was one of the most popular and prolific mystery writers of his time. During the Second World War he served as a pilot in the RAF, achieving the rank of Squadron Leader. Chase published some 80 books, of which more than twenty have been adapted into films. His many works include "No Orchids For Miss Blandish," "Eve," "More Deadly Than The Male," "Make The Corpse Walk," "Blonde's Requiem," "You're Lonely When You're Dead," "You Never Know With...[Read More] (Bio by: José L Bernabé Tronchoni) Jardin du Souvenir, Vevey, Vaud, Switzerland