Joyce Carey

Joyce Cary (December 7, 1888 – March 29, 1957) was a British novelist, short story writer, and essayist. Born Arthur Joyce Lunel Cary in Derry, Northern Ireland, he adopted the shorter form of his name later in life.

Cary's writing career began relatively late, after he had already pursued careers in art and administration. He is best known for his trilogies: the Herself Surprised, To Be a Pilgrim, and The Horse's Mouth trilogy, and the Prisoner of Grace, Except the Lord, and Not Honour More trilogy. These trilogies offer multiple perspectives on common events and characters, exploring themes of individual freedom, morality, and social change.

His other notable works include Mister Johnson (1939), a novel about a Nigerian clerk working for the British colonial administration, and Charley Is My Darling (1940), which explores the experiences of evacuee children during World War II. Cary's novels are known for their vibrant characters, complex narrative structures, and insightful commentary on the human condition. He frequently challenged conventional social norms and explored the complexities of human motivations.