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 Cormac McCarthy on eBay
Cormac McCarthy – The Passenger & Stella Maris 2x Signed First Edition Box Set
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All the Pretty Horses, CORMAC McCARTHY, 1st Edition 1992 SIGNED PAPERBACK RARE
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Cormac McCarthy Border Trilogy Hardcover DJ 3 Book Set 2 are First Edition 1st
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Limited First Edition Signed: The Wrong Reader's Guide to Cormac McCarthy
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The Road, Cormac McCarthy (1993), 1st Edition 1st printing, SIGNED
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Cormac McCarthy: All The Pretty Horses (1st Ed Uncorrected Proof, May 4 1992)
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The Crossing ~ SIGNED by CORMAC MCCARTHY ~ First Edition ~ 1st Printing ~ 1994
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Cormac McCarthy BORDER TRILOGY ALL THE PRETTY HORSES... Signed Everyman's 1st HC
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Cormac McCarthy • Signed Inscribed Stationary • Suttree, Blood Meridian Author
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Cormac McCarthy: All the Pretty Horses ~Signed Review copy & Uncorrected Proof
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Cormac McCarthy-THE BORDER TRILOGY-1ST/1ST EDS-3 VOL.SET-ALL 3 VOLUMES SIGNED
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CORMAC McCARTHY The Passenger/Stella Maris Special Edition Box Set signed 1/250
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