Peter Ackroyd
Born in 1949
Biography
Fiction
Poetry
Peter Ackroyd CBE is an English novelist, biographer, and literary critic known for his fascination with London's history and culture.
Born in 1949, he began his career as a poet before transitioning to fiction and non-fiction.
Ackroyd's works often explore the intersection of time, space, and the "spirit of place," particularly in London.
He has written numerous biographies of literary figures and a comprehensive history of London.
Ackroyd's novels frequently incorporate historical elements and reimagine classic works.
He has received critical acclaim, including the James Tait Black Memorial Prize, and was awarded a CBE in 2003.
Ackroyd is also known for his contributions to radio, television, and literary criticism.
