Penulis: Lanoe Falconer

Lanoe Falconer is the nom de plume used by Mary Elizabeth Hawker (1848–1908), the English novelist and short story writer of the Victorian era, best known for her novel “Cecilia de Noël” (1891). Falconer”s literary style is recognized for its keen psychological insights, narrative charm, and elements of supernatural fiction, characteristics well exemplified in “Cecilia de Noël”, a work that effortlessly blends a ghost story with social commentary. Hawk”s alter ego, Falconer, was a remarkable figure in English literature, who managed to carve a niche for herself in a literary landscape dominated by male writers. With her incisive portrayals of character and society, she not only entertained but also provoked thoughtful reflection on the mores and challenges of her time. Despite the constraints faced by women writers, Falconer succeeded in publishing several works that showcased her narrative prowess and her ability to engage with the themes of her age through a distinctive, slightly gothic lens. Her articulation of the inner lives of her characters, particularly women, highlights a modern psychological depth that was emerging in literature at the turn of the century. Lanoe Falconer”s contributions to Victorian literature, represented in smaller yet significant oeuvre, continue to be celebrated for their literary merit and insight into the human condition.