D. H. Lawrence was a renowned English writer born on September 11, 1885. He is best known for his novels, poems, and essays that explore human vitality and sexuality. D. H. Lawrence, an influential literary figure of the 20th century, left an indelible mark on English literature with his provocative…
Geoffrey Chaucer, born circa 1343, was an English poet and author. He’s famously known as the “Father of English literature.” Chaucer transformed the literary scene by writing in the vernacular English language during a time when Latin was the norm for literary expression. Among his notable works, “The Canterbury Tales”…
Homer is an ancient Greek poet traditionally said to be the author of the epic poems the “Iliad” and the “Odyssey.” His works are foundational texts of Western literature. Homer’s life and identity are shrouded in mystery, leading to much debate among scholars. Most believe he lived around the 8th…
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a renowned British writer born on May 22, 1859. He created the legendary detective Sherlock Holmes and his companion Dr. John Watson. Sir Arthur Conan Doyle stands as a monumental figure in the world of literature, primarily recognized for introducing Sherlock Holmes, one of fiction’s…
Leo Tolstoy was a renowned Russian novelist born in 1828. He is best known for his literary masterpieces “War and Peace” and “Anna Karenina.” Leo Tolstoy, a giant of Russian literature, remains one of the most celebrated authors of all time. His profound novels delve into the complexities of human…
Samuel Taylor Coleridge was an English poet, critic, and philosopher born in 1772. He co-founded the Romantic Movement with William Wordsworth. Samuel Taylor Coleridge emerged as a pivotal figure in the Romantic era, renowned for his enthralling poetry and profound literary criticism. His innovative visions and profound musings on nature…
George Eliot was the pen name of Mary Ann Evans, a renowned English novelist of the Victorian era. Born on November 22, 1819, she was a leading writer of the 19th century. George Eliot, a pseudonym chosen for her work to be taken seriously in a male-dominated literary environment, is…
Alfred Tennyson was a renowned British poet, born in 1809. He held the position of Poet Laureate for much of Queen Victoria’s reign. Alfred Tennyson stands as a pillar of Victorian poetry, immortalized by his melodic and poignant verse that captured the ethos of his era. With a literary career…
John Milton was a 17th-century English poet and intellectual. His 1667 epic poem “Paradise Lost” is considered one of the greatest works in English literature. Born on December 9, 1608, in London, Milton developed a reputation for his scholarly and poetic brilliance. Educated at Christ’s College, Cambridge, he wrote extensively…
Robert Frost was an influential American poet born on March 26, 1874. His work often explored themes of rural life and nature. Acclaimed for his realistic depictions and his command of American colloquial speech, Robert Frost remains a celebrated figure in literature. He crafted poems that resonate with themes of…