Barry Hines

Barry Hines

Deceased · Born: Jun 30, 1939 · Died: Mar 18, 2016

Personal Details

BornJun 30, 1939 Hoyland Common, Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, UK
Spouse
  • Eleanor Mulvey

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Mar 18, 2016 )
  • Margaret Croft

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 5, 2025 )

Biography

Barry Hines, a renowned writer, entered this world on June 30, 1939, in Hoyland Common, a quaint village nestled in the heart of Barnsley, Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom. This remarkable individual would go on to make a lasting impact on the literary world through his captivating works, including the critically acclaimed "Kes" (1969),"Looks and Smiles" (1981),and "The Gamekeeper" (1980).

Throughout his life, Barry Hines was blessed with the love and companionship of two remarkable women: Eleanor Mulvey and Margaret Croft. His marriage to these incredible individuals was a testament to his ability to form meaningful connections with those around him.

Tragically, Barry Hines' time on this earth came to an end on March 18, 2016, in South Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom. His passing left a profound void in the lives of those who had the privilege of knowing him, and his legacy continues to inspire and influence generations of writers and artists to this very day.

Career

1992
Screen One
Screen One as Writer
1990
1984
Threads
Threads as Writer
1981
1980
1977
1969
Kes
Kes as Novel