What is geoffrey jenkins?

Geoffrey Jenkins (1920-2001) was a South African novelist and screenwriter. He is best known for his adventure novels, including "A Twist of Sand," "Leopard in the Sun," and "Hunter Killer," all of which were made into films.

Jenkins began his career as a journalist, working for various newspapers and magazines in South Africa and England. He later turned to writing fiction and published his first novel, "A Twist of Sand," in 1959. The book was a bestseller and began his successful career as a novelist.

Jenkins' novels are known for their fast-paced plots, exotic settings, and vivid descriptions. He often drew on his own experiences traveling and working in Africa to create realistic and detailed depictions of the continent.

In addition to his novels, Jenkins worked as a screenwriter and wrote scripts for numerous films and television shows. He also served as a naval intelligence officer during World War II and later worked for the British Secret Intelligence Service.

Jenkins died in 2001 at the age of 81.