Who are the most influential authors on the list of authors of classic English short stories?

There are several highly influential authors. Tolstoy, as I mentioned before, with 'War and Peace' and 'Anna Karenina' influenced not only Russian literature but also world literature. His in - depth character studies and exploration of society are remarkable. Then there's Austen, whose works have been adapted into numerous movies and TV shows, making her novels and her writing style known to a wide audience. And Dickens, whose works highlighted the social problems of his time and still resonate today.

The author of 'The Lottery' is Shirley Jackson. Ernest Hemingway wrote 'Hills Like White Elephants'. Charlotte Perkins Gilman is the author of 'The Yellow Wallpaper'.

There are quite a few. Geoffrey Chaucer was influential in an early sense with 'The Canterbury Tales'. It was a precursor to the novel. Then, in the 18th century, Henry Fielding was important with his novels that had a satirical edge. In the Romantic period, Mary Shelley with 'Frankenstein' was a significant figure. And in the Victorian era, Thomas Hardy with his often tragic novels was very influential in the history of the English novel.

Among the authors of classic English short stories, we can't forget about Rudyard Kipling. He wrote some excellent short stories set in India, such as 'Rikki - Tikki - Tavi', which is a thrilling story about a mongoose and snakes. Then there is James Joyce. His short stories, like 'Araby', are full of complex symbolism and deep psychological insights.

Salman Rushdie is very influential. His works are known for their magical realism and complex narratives that blend Indian and Western elements. Another is R.K. Narayan. His simple yet profound stories about Malgudi town have charmed readers worldwide. And Arundhati Roy, with her unique style in 'The God of Small Things', has also made a great impact.

Well, first off, Arthur Conan Doyle is a very important figure in the history of English detective fiction. His creation of Sherlock Holmes, with his deductive reasoning skills, inspired many. Agatha Christie is also highly influential. Her stories, often set in closed - in environments like country estates, had complex plots. Another is Dorothy L. Sayers, whose works added depth to the genre with her well - developed characters and intellectual mysteries.

In addition to the ones mentioned above, Jules Verne was very influential in the early days of science fiction. His works like 'Journey to the Center of the Earth' and 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea' were full of epic adventures and scientific speculations. Ray Bradbury also made a mark with his works such as 'Fahrenheit 451'. He explored themes of censorship and the future of society in a very unique and influential way.

George Orwell is a major figure in sci - fi classics with '1984'. His vision of a totalitarian future has been a reference point for many works. Arthur C. Clarke is also very influential. His works often combined hard science with great storytelling, like in '2001: A Space Odyssey'. Philip K. Dick is another one. His strange and thought - provoking stories, such as 'Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?', have had a long - lasting influence on the genre.

James Joyce was very influential. His short - story collection 'Dubliners' is a masterpiece, painting a vivid picture of Irish life. Franz Kafka is also key. His strange and thought - provoking short stories, like 'The Metamorphosis', had a huge impact on modern literature. And Virginia Woolf, with her unique stream - of - consciousness style in short stories, was highly influential.

Agatha Christie. She is one of the most famous mystery authors. Her books like 'Murder on the Orient Express' and 'And Then There Were None' are full of suspense and intricate plots. Christie's ability to create complex mysteries and memorable characters has made her a household name in the world of fiction.