Alan Sillitoe

Alan Sillitoe was a British writer known for his gritty stories often focused on working-class life. His most famous novel, "Saturday Night and Sunday Morning," and his short stories depict characters navigating social struggles, dreams, and rebellion. Sillitoe's work highlights themes of identity, inequality, and defiance against authority. He was associated with the "Angry Young Men" movement, which aimed to challenge established social norms through honest, unromantic portrayals of ordinary people's lives. His writing is valued for its realism, emotional depth, and social commentary.