Definition

Dorothy L. Sayers (noun) An English writer, best known for her detective fiction featuring the aristocratic amateur sleuth Lord Peter Wimsey. She was also a noted playwright, poet, and Christian humanist scholar.

Examples

• Dorothy L. Sayers is considered one of the "Queens of Crime" from the Golden Age of Detective Fiction.
• Many readers first encounter Dorothy L. Sayers through her novel .
• The literary style and character development in the works of Dorothy L. Sayers set her apart from many of her contemporaries.

Advanced Usage

• As a cultural reference: Her name is often used to represent the intellectual, puzzle-oriented school of detective fiction.
  • The plot has the intricate cleverness of a Dorothy L. Sayers mystery.
• In academic contexts: Refers to her contributions beyond detective fiction, particularly her theological essays and translation of Dante's .
  • The conference included a panel on the theological writings of Dorothy L. Sayers.

Variants and Related Words

• Sayersian (adjective): Pertaining to or characteristic of Dorothy L. Sayers or her works.
  • The novel's setting had a distinctly Sayersian atmosphere.

Synonyms

• Author of detective fiction
• Mystery writer

Related Phrases

• Lord Peter Wimsey: The fictional detective created by Dorothy L. Sayers.
• Harriet Vane: A recurring character and love interest of Lord Peter Wimsey, often seen as a semi-autobiographical figure for Sayers.

Noun

1. English writer of detective fiction (1893-1957)