Penulis: Elinor Glyn

Elinor Glyn (1864–1943) was a trailblazing British novelist and scriptwriter known for her romantic fiction that scandalized the conservative society of her time. Born Elinor Sutherland on October 17, 1864, in Saint Helier, Jersey, she rose to prominence with her 1907 novel “Three Weeks.” The book, much like her later works, featured themes of passion and high society, and was famous for its sensual portrayal of a love affair between a young Englishman and an exotic older woman. Her literary style, often characterized by lavish descriptions and an unabashed exploration of female sexuality, cemented her position as a leading figure in early 20th-century romantic literature (Snodgrass, 2015). Glyn”s success with “Three Weeks” and subsequent novels such as “Beyond The Rocks” and “The Great Moment” allowed her to transition to Hollywood, where she became an influential scriptwriter during the silent film era. Her work there included adapting her own novels for the screen. Despite her later decline in popularity, Elinor Glyn remains a significant figure in the development of the romance genre and is recognized for her pioneering efforts in translating romantic fiction to cinema (Dijkstra, 1986).