John Fowles says he does not map out his stories, but follows the path that feels most promising, like a walk in the woods. He observes that passion often destroys itself, creating a paradox. He also defines God as the freedom that lets other freedoms exist.
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John Fowles was an essayist from the United Kingdom, best known for The French Lieutenant's Woman.
Quick Facts About John Fowles
Born
March 31, 1926
Died
November 5, 2005
Nationality
United Kingdom
Profession
Essayist
Notable works
The French Lieutenant's Woman
Known for
The Magus, The Collector, The French Lieutenant's Woman
About John Fowles
John Robert Fowles was an English novelist, critically positioned between modernism and postmodernism. His work was influenced by Jean-Paul Sartre and Albert Camus, among others.