The 100 Most Influential Authors of the 20th Century
This list celebrates one hundred of the most widely read authors whose work shaped — and continues to shape — the literary landscape of the 20th century. It reflects a broad and inclusive perspective, recognising storytellers from across the globe and across genres, languages, and lived experiences.
From Nobel laureates to genre pioneers, from voices of revolution and exile to icons of popular fiction, these authors have reached millions of readers — sometimes across generations — through powerful ideas, unforgettable characters, and enduring narratives.
This is not a list of the “greatest” or “most awarded” writers, but rather those whose words found lasting audiences worldwide. It honours the diversity of 20th-century literature and invites you to explore signed editions of their works, now treasured by collectors and readers alike.
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Signed works by Arthur C. Clarke on eBay
Signed Limited THE SENTINEL Arthur C Clarke 1983 HARDCOVER W/ SLIPCASE
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Signed Limited TALES FROM THE WHITE HART Arthur C. Clarke 2007 HARDCOVER
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3001 the Final Odyssey 1st Ed, Signed. Arthur C. Clarke's copy with bookplate
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SIGNED ARTHUR C. CLARKE - The Sentinel - 1983 limited ed HC free S/H
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RARE, SIGNED by ARTHUR C. CLARKE, Life in the 21st Century, July 20, 2019 HC
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Signed First Edition 1999 - Arthur C Clarke - Greetings, Carbon-based Bipeds!
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Earthlight ~ SIGNED by ARTHUR C. CLARKE ~ First Edition ~ 1st Printing ~ 1955
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Playboy January 2001 Gabrielle Reece SIGNED Sealed COA Arthur C Clarke
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Signed Arthur C Clarke | Hammer of God | 1st HB | [signed bookplate tipped in]
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SIGNED x2 Arthur C Clarke & Ray Bradbury 1st Printing First Edition 1992 HCDJ
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