This is very sad.. previous posters have highlighted her research and scholarly approach to her writing..

I often came away astounded at the depth and breadth of her landscapes. Remarkable writer.

On a separate note, get back to King Hereafter... it is really worthwhile.. leaving aside the origin it postulates for Macbeth, it's a rewarding, fantastic richly layered book. Read it, it's worth it.

Cheers

Steven