William Black

William Black (1841–1898) was a Scottish novelist, born in Glasgow and died in Brighton. He studied painting and worked as a journalist before devoting himself to fiction. His works are known for their vivid depictions of the Scottish Highlands and maritime scenes, written in a graceful style with a strong sense of place. His representative novels include A Princess of Thule, Macleod of Dare, and Sunrise. Seven of his works are held in this collection, among them Judith Shakespeare, Prince Fortunatus, and The Beautiful Wretch, as well as his biography of Goldsmith for the English Men of Letters series. His books were widely popular during his lifetime. Public information on the details of his life is limited, and readers may chiefly come to know his writing through the works mentioned above.