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 Haruki Murakami on eBay
Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki by Haruki Murakami FIRST EDITION Signed in Japanese
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Koichi Inagoshi, Ailleurs 1969-1992, Preface, Haruki Murakami's " signed
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The Wind-Up Bird Chronicle ~ SIGNED by HARUKI MURAKAMI ~ First Edition ~ 1998
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City and Its Uncertain Walls ~ HARUKI MURAKAMI Signed Limited First Edition 2024
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Raymond Chandler & Haruki Murakami-THE LONG GOODBYE-2010-1ST ED-SIGNED-FINE COPY
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HARUKI MURAKAMI THE CITY and ITS UNCERTAIN WALLS DELUXE SIGNED LTD EDITION 52/80
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1Q84 ~ SIGNED by HARUKI MURAKAMI ~ First Edition ~ 1st Printing ~ 2011
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Dance Dance Dance by Haruki Murakami HC First Edition Like New 1994 Signed
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Murakami/Blind Willow, Sleeping Woman First Edition; NF/NF; SIGNED!
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Haruki Murakami autographed book Great Gatsby chasing writers only limited
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