Neftali Ricardo Reyes Basoalto or as he was better known, Pablo Neruda (1904-1973) was a Chilean poet and politician, who was awarded with the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1971. Neruda\’s most notable works include love poems defined by their strong eroticism, often explicitly expressed, such as Twenty Love Poems and a Song of Despair, […]
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Leo Tolstoy is widely considered, as one of the greatest authors in human history. Celebrated for novels, such as War & Peace, Anna Karenina, The Cossacks and others, Tolstoy was born in Russia, in 1828 and enjoyed success as a writer, from his twenties. The novelist\’s writings are considered classics, and throughout his pages and years of life, we found 11 quotes that highlight his wise mind and way of thinking. Additions are welcomed.
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Franz Kafka 3 July 1883 – 3 June 1924 Place of birth: Prague, Bohemia, Austria-Hungary Most important work: The Metamorphosis, 1915 Interesting facts: His favourite writer was French novelist Gustave Flaubert. According to biographers, Kafka\’s relationship with his father was more than complex. The writer found his father to be domineering and unsupportive of his
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Upton Sinclair September 20, 1878 – November 25, 1968 Place of birth: Baltimore, Maryland, USA Best thing about him: He won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1943 Most important book: The Jungle, 1906 Interesting fact: He has written more than 100 books His book Oil! (1927) was adapted as the film There Will Be
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Nationality: Russian Profession: Novelist Why Famous: Notes from Underground, Crime and Punishment Born: 11th November, 1821 Star Sign: Scorpio Birthplace: Moscow, Russian Empire Died: 9th February, 1881 (aged 59) Cause of Death: Pulmonary haemorrhage 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) 10) Novels and novellas (1846) Poor Folk (novella) (1846) The Double (novella)
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George Orwell 25 June 1903 – 21 January 1950 Place of birth: imperial India Best thing about him: He fought against the fascists in the Spanish civil war Most important book: 1984 Fun fact: He is the father of dystopian literature, with 1984 being one of the most influential books of pop culture. His 11
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Eugene Gladstone O\’Neill October 16, 1888 – November 27, 1953 Place of birth: New York City, United States Best thing about him: He is one of the most celebrated American playwrights Most important work: Long Day\’s Journey Into Night Interesting facts: One of the first Americans to introduce realism into his plays, as well as
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Henry Miller December 26, 1891 – June 7, 1980 Place of birth: Yorkville, Manhattan Most famous book: Tropic of Cancer, 1934 Interesting facts: During his younger years, he joined the Socialist Party of America. His 1936 novel, Black Spring, was lauded by author George Orwell. He was married five times between 1917 and 1967 His
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Tennessee Williams (1911-1983) is considered one of the three most important playwrights in 20th century American drama. Creator of such classic and much-staged plays, such as The Glass Menagerie, A Streetcar Named Desire and Sweet Bird of Youth, he is known to have incorporated many elements of his life in his works.In 1948 and 1955
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Sarah Kane 3 February 1971 – 20 February 1999 Place of birth: Brentwood, Essex, United Kingdom Most famous book: Crave Interesting facts: During her teenage years she was a committed Christian She suffered from severe depression throughout her life She took her own life, by hanging herself by her shoelaces in a hospital bathroom 17
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