British Literature from 1660 to Present: Notable Authors, 1830-1901

• Anne Brontë (1820 - 1849) - Anne Brontë was the youngest of the famous trio of literary sisters. Anne's literary endeavors, like those of Emily Brontë, went unacknowledged in her brief lifetime. Her works include The Tenant of Wildfell Hall and Agnes Grey.
• Charlotte Brontë (1816 - 1855) - English novelist and member of the Brontë family. Her most famous novels are Jane Eyre (1847) and Villette (1853). Her novels explore themes of love, morality, and social criticism.
• Samuel Butler (1835 - 1902) - British writer best known for The Way of All Flesh (1903), a semiautobiographical novel satirizing family life in mid-Victorian England.
• Lewis Carroll (1832 - 1898) - English writer; an Oxford mathematics don who wrote Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (1865) and Through the Looking-Glass (1872) and the nonsense poem "The Hunting of the Snark" (1876).
• Joseph Conrad (1857 - 1924) - Polish-British writer renowned for his narrative style and deep psychological insights, particularly in novels like Heart of Darkness and Lord Jim. His works often explore themes of human nature, morality, and the complexities of colonialism.
• Charles Dickens (1812 - 1870) - Prolific English writer and social critic, famed for his vivid characters and depictions of Victorian society in works such as A Tale of Two Cities, Great Expectations, and Hard Times. His novels often addressed social injustices and the plight of the poor, leaving a lasting impact on both literature and social reform.
• Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (1859 - 1930) - British writer and physician, best known for creating the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes, featured in works like A Study in Scarlet and The Hound of the Baskervilles. Beyond his detective fiction, Doyle wrote historical novels, science fiction, and was an advocate for spiritualism.
• George Eliot (1819 - 1880) - Pen name of Mary Ann Evans (1819-1880), was a distinguished English novelist and journalist, celebrated for her richly detailed narratives and deep psychological insight in novels like Middlemarch and Silas Marner. Her works often explore themes of social change, morality, and human relationships.
• Elizabeth Gaskell (1810 - 1865) - English novelist and short story writer known for her detailed portrayals of Victorian society, particularly in works like North and South and Cranford. Her writings often addressed social issues such as class disparity, industrialization, and women's rights.
• Thomas Hardy (1840 - 1928) - English novelist and poet renowned for his novels set in the semi-fictional region of Wessex, with works such as Tess of the d'Urbervilles and The Mayor of Casterbridge. His writings often explore themes of fate, social constraints, and rural life, blending realism with elements of the tragic.
• Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) - English writer and poet, best known for his works set in British India, including The Jungle Book and the poem "The White Man's Burden." Awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1907, Kipling's stories often explore themes of adventure, colonialism, and the complexities of empire.
• Robert Louis Stevenson (1850 - 1894) - Scottish novelist, poet, and travel writer, best known for his adventure novels Treasure Island and Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. His works, celebrated for their vivid storytelling and exploration of duality in human nature, have left a lasting legacy in English literature.
• William Makepeace Thackeray (1811 - 1863) - English novelist and satirist, best known for his novel Vanity Fair, which offers a scathing critique of early 19th-century British society. His works are celebrated for their wit, realism, and incisive social commentary.

• Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806 - 1861) - Prominent English poet of the Victorian era, renowned for her collection Sonnets from the Portuguese and her politically charged work Aurora Leigh. Her poetry often tackled themes of social injustice, love, and spirituality.
• Robert Browning (1812 - 1889) - Influential English poet and playwright, known for his mastery of dramatic monologues in works such as "My Last Duchess" and "The Ring and the Book." His complex and psychological poetry has made a significant impact on modern literature.
• Dante Gabriel Rossetti (1828 - 1882) - English poet, illustrator, painter, and co-founder of the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood, known for his sensual and medieval-inspired works. His poetry and art often intertwine, exploring themes of love, beauty, and myth.
• Alfred, Lord Tennyson (1809 - 1892) - Leading English poet of the Victorian era, renowned for his masterful use of language and meter in works such as "The Charge of the Light Brigade" and "In Memoriam A.H.H." As Poet Laureate, his poetry captured the zeitgeist of his time, exploring themes of heroism, loss, and the human condition

Dion Boucicault (1820-1890) - Influential Irish playwright and actor known for his contributions to Victorian theatre, blending melodrama with social commentary. His works, such as The Shaughraun and The Octoroon, remain significant in theatrical history for their complex characters and exploration of contemporary issues.

W. S. Gilbert (1836-1911) and Arthur Sullivan (1842-1900) - Together, they created comic operas that satirized British society and politics with witty dialogue and memorable music, including classics like The Pirates of Penzance, H.M.S. Pinafore, and The Mikado.

Henry Arthur Jones (1851-1921) - British playwright known for his realistic dramas that explored social and moral issues of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. His works, including The Silver King and Mrs. Dane's Defence, often delved into themes of justice, morality, and the complexities of human relationships.

George Bernard Shaw (1856-1950) - Irish playwright, critic, and polemicist who influenced Western theatre and politics with his sharp wit and social commentary. Known for works such as Pygmalion and Saint Joan, Shaw's writing challenged societal norms and advocated for progressive ideas on class, education, and women's rights.

Oscar Wilde (1854-1900) - Irish playwright, novelist, and poet celebrated for his wit, flamboyant style, and exploration of aestheticism in Victorian society. His works, including The Importance of Being Earnest and The Picture of Dorian Gray, remain iconic for their satirical commentary and enduring cultural influence.