novelists, english

Draws from research and personal reminiscences to provide a biographical portrait of English author Virginia Woolf.

Explores the dual life of Graham Greene, an acclaimed fiction writer who was also a spy. Draws from Greene's correspondence with his mistresses, documents from his M16/Secret Service file, and interviews with friends and acquaintances.

Explores the life and literary career of English novelist E.M. Forster.

Presents Dickens and his novels in social and psychological context. Also discusses the autobiographical basis of his greatest works.

A biography of Jane Austen for students that provides an overview of her personal life, writings, and influence on world literature.

Introduces the life and times of Charles Dickens, and explores the likely inspirations for his writing style, stories, and characters through an examination of four of his most popular works, including "A Christmas Carol," "Oliver Twist," "David Copperfield," and "Great Expectations.".

A biography of the theatrical manager and prolific author who, among other achievements, completed the novel "Dracula" in 1897.