Famous authors and their biography
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10 Famous Poets Who Left an Indelible Mark on Literature
Homer
Birth and death date unknown
Little is definitively known about this famous Greek poet who lived before the common era. Some even question whether the same person wrote both epics credited to Homer, The Iliad and The Odyssey. Some scholars believe he might have left hints about his own life through his descriptions of the blind minstrel character Demodokos in The Odyssey.
Despite these uncertainties, the two epics about the fall of Troy and subsequent events have influenced writers throughout history like J.R.R. Tolkien and James Joyce. The use of vivid similes and metaphors as well as the in media res narrative structure—beginning in the middle of the plot and flashing back to past events—are characteristics of Homer’s writings.
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Ralph Waldo Emerson
Originally ordained in the Unitarian Church, Emerson resigned from the clergy after three years. He took up writing an
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Famous Authors: The 30 Greatest Writers Of All Time
Who are the most most famous authors the world has ever known? Perhaps that’s not the real question: we should instead be asking, &#;how can we judge&#;? With that in mind one can begin to talk about criteria. One can think about which famous writers had the most influence on the world as a result of what they wrote, or how their writings changed the world.
We don’t necessarily have to talk about their writing style or how good their prose is, as that is, in any case, far too subjective: their greatness could simply be about their ideas – ideas that grab the attention of the world and change the world’s perceptions forever. In that case the writing would only be a vehicle for the transmission of the idea they wish to convey. That idea or theory or research is the reason for writing the book.
And then, particularly if we are including Shakespeare as one of the influential writers, we need to look at what kind of writing we a
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Famous English Authors and Their Contributions to Literature
Published on: May 2,
The vast scope of literature includes entertaining and enlightening works that span numerous geographic locations, cultural traditions and historical periods. Every category presents its own unique flavor and holds strong literary merit, but English literature has long captivated readers with its compelling themes and levande descriptions.
It&#;s difficult to appreciate the true scope and power of English literature without paying homage to the myriad of literary geniuses who have contributed to this impressive body of work. Keep reading for an overview of the most famous English authors, ranging from Middle English poets to contemporary English writers.
The Foundation of English Literature
The term &#;English literature&#; is often described as the body of works penned bygd those living in the British Isles — beginning during the 7th century and extending to the present day. The poem Beowulf is of