Biographies of British Authors

Jane Austen wrote that in her novels she painted the world on a "little bit (two inches wide) of ivory," working "with so fine a brush." Her well-known books, such as Pride and Prejudice and Emma, display the power of this approach; her observations about human nature have proven so accurate and entertaining that her books continue to be beloved two hundred years after they were written.Discover a plethora of topics such as A Young Writer Emerges Austen's Romances Pride and Prejudice Jane's Mysterious Illness Last Days and Death And much more!Discover the life of Jane Austen, the beloved author whose sharp wit and timeless novels captured the complexities of love, class, and society. From Pride and Prejudice to Emma, her work continues to charm readers around the world. Perfect for fans of classic literature and romantic fiction.Get your copy today and celebrate the legacy of a literary icon! At Hourly History, we publish history books that are concise, straightforward and take no longer than one hour to read. Receive our new eBooks for free every Friday. Sign up at: www.hourlyhistory.com/free

George Eliot was born Mary Ann Evans in the same year as Queen Victoria. At the time, the role of women was well-defined and limited to providing a home to a husband and children. Mary Ann might have lived a traditional Victorian-era life had she been pretty and ornamental. The truth is, her lack of looks made her doubt whether a man would want her. When she didn't attract attention with her looks, however, she made use of her remarkable intelligence. By her early twenties, she translated articles from Latin and French into English and wrote her own reviews for a radical magazine.In her early thirties, she met the married George Henry Lewes, with whom she would live for the next 24 years. While Lewes suffered only minor social consequences for this arrangement, Mary Ann was ostracized from acceptable circles for years. She took on the pen name George Eliot mainly to hide her identity. By the time her secret was revealed, she was one of England's most popular writers. People were now eager to meet her.Her books, which include Adam Bede, Silas Marner, and Middlemarch, were intended to expose the limitations that women faced at the time. Throughout her life, Eliot fought vigilantly for women's rights. Over a century later, her work remains relevant.Discover a plethora of topics such as The Young Radical Journey to Switzerland Meeting George Henry Lewes Becoming George Eliot The Meaning of Beauty Final Years and Death And much more!Explore the life of George Eliot, the brilliant novelist who challenged Victorian norms with works like Middlemarch and Silas Marner. Writing under a male pen name, she brought depth and realism to English literature. Perfect for fans of classic fiction and literary history.Get your copy today and discover the story of a true literary trailblazer! At Hourly History, we publish history books that are concise, straightforward and take no longer than one hour to read. Receive our new eBooks for free every Friday. Sign up at: www.hourlyhistory.com/free

Agatha Christie, born in upper-middle-class British society during the late Victorian era, turned into one of the most prolific and popular mystery writers of all time. Her novels have been translated into forty-four languages and have sold over two billion copies worldwide. Her mysteries continue to sell as new generations of readers discover the delights of her main characters, Hercule Poirot and Miss Marple. In addition, Christie's plays have been a tremendous success, with The Mousetrap running in London for the past 70 years.This is the story of the best-selling fiction writer of all timeDame Agatha Christie.Discover a plethora of topics such asAn Enchanted Childhood Agatha Meets Archie Christie The Loss of Her Mother and Husband Christie's Mysterious Disappearance Murder Most Foul: Enter Miss Marple Final Years and Death And much more!Explore the brilliant life of Agatha Christie, the queen of mystery and best-selling novelist of all time. From Hercule Poirot to Miss Marple, her unforgettable characters and clever plots captivated readers worldwide. Perfect for fans of crime fiction and literary history.Get your copy today and delve into the world of a true master of suspense!