George du Maurier was a famous author and cartoonist in the 19th century. Some synonyms for his name include "George Louis Palmella Busson du Maurier" and "G.L. du Maurier". His most famous work is the novel "Trilby" which was published in 1894. Du Maurier's work has influenced and inspired many other artists and writers since his time, including the renowned writer H.G. Wells. Due to his unique style of combining pencil drawings with written words, du Maurier's works are often categorized as graphic novels or comics. He was not only a talented writer and artist but also a respected member of the literary community during his time.