Jean Rhys

Jean Rhys (1890-1979) was a Dominican-born British author best known for her novel "Wide Sargasso Sea," a prequel to Charlotte Brontë’s "Jane Eyre." Born in Roseau, Dominica, Rhys moved to England at 16. Her early works, often semi-autobiographical, reflect her experiences as an outsider grappling with themes of displacement, identity, and alienation. After a long absence from the literary scene, she gained recognition in the 1960s with her critically acclaimed "Wide Sargasso Sea." Rhys's poignant and perceptive prose has left a lasting impact on 20th-century literature, solidifying her reputation as a trailblazer in modernist fiction.