Fictions of Authorship in Late Elizabethan Narratives

Discover the captivating world of late Elizabethan literature with Fictions of Authorship in Late Elizabethan Narratives by Katharine Wilson. Published by Oxford University Press in 2006, this insightful hardback spans 196 pages, delving into the works of John Lyly, Robert Greene, and Thomas Lodge—pioneers of sensational fiction in the late sixteenth century.

Wilson explores how these authors navigated the challenges of mass market authorship, crafting narratives filled with adventurous heroines and self-aware narrators. This book not only highlights their innovative storytelling but also repositions their works at the core of Elizabethan literature. Perfect for scholars and enthusiasts alike, Fictions of Authorship offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of authorship and narrative in early modern English fiction.