Ann Radcliffe
July 9, 1764 – February 7, 1823
Ann Radcliffe was an English author and a pioneering figure in the Gothic novel. Her works, frequently featuring innocent heroines in mysterious castles ruled by enigmatic barons, achieved immense popularity. She was renowned for her vivid descriptions of exotic locales, often places she had never visited. Her distinctive style profoundly influenced subsequent writers and inspired notable parodies.
