1923 - 2021
Florence King was an American author, essayist, and columnist, born on September 15, 1936, in Jacksonville, Florida. She was known for her sharp wit and conservative commentary, particularly in her writings for National Review and her books like "With Charity Toward None" and "Confessions of a Failed Southern Lady." King's work often explored themes of Southern culture and feminism, earning her a distinctive place in American literature until her death in 2021.