Ellen Glasgow

Ellen Glasgow was an American novelist known for her detailed portrayals of Southern society and its changing dynamics in the early 20th century. Her works often explore themes of social class, tradition, and personal struggle, reflecting the complexities of her characters’ lives. Glasgow's writing is characterized by rich language and psychological depth, capturing the subtleties of human emotions and societal expectations. She received the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1942 for her novel "In This Our Life," and her contributions helped shape American literature’s understanding of the Southern experience.