Description: (French Historian, Archaeologist and Novelist Known for Her Work on the 'Black Death')
Fred Vargas is a distinguished French historian, archaeologist, and novelist known for her substantial contributions to the fields of history and archaeology, particularly in relation to the Black Death. Additionally, as a crime fiction writer, Vargas has received critical acclaim for her police procedurals, winning three consecutive International Dagger Awards from the Crime Writers Association. Vargas holds the distinction of being the first author to achieve this honor, with her works masterfully translated into English by Siân Reynolds, who was also recognized for her contributions to this international award.