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 Richard Yates on eBay
Revolutionary Road / Richard Yates ~ 1st Ed. Hardcover SIGNED/INSCRIBED HISTORIC
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Richard Yates WILLIAM STYRON'S LIE DOWN IN DARKNESS SCREENPLAY Signed #154205
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1981 1ST ED. LIARS IN LOVE - INSCRIBED & SIGNED by RICHARD YATES - HC/DJ
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Richard YATES / Eleven Kinds of Loneliness Signed 1st Edition 1962
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Revolutionary Road (SIGNED) Yates, Richard (soft cover) 1983 1st Delta print
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The Easter Parade by Richard Yates, 1976 1st Ed. INSCRIBED RARE/SIGNIFICANT DATE
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Revolutionary Road Richard Yates SIGNED 1st edition authors 1st book RARE
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Treasured Waters: The Indian River Lagoon (Signed) by Camille S. Yates
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WILLIAM STYRON'S LIE DOWN IN DARKNESS: A SCREENPLAY - INSCRIBED BY STYRON
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Richard Yates / Eleven Kinds of Loneliness Signed 1st Edition 1962
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