Peter Ackroyd
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.
