Definition

Proper noun: - Ellen Wood (née Price): The pen name of an English novelist, more commonly known as Mrs. Henry Wood. She was a prolific writer of the Victorian era, famous for her sensational novels that often featured themes of crime, mystery, and domestic drama.

Usage

• Mrs. Henry Wood is used to refer to the author herself or to her body of work. It is a formal and historical reference.
  • Example: "Mrs. Henry Wood's novel East Lynne was one of the best-selling books of the 19th century."
  • Example: "The literary style of Mrs. Henry Wood captivated a wide audience with its dramatic plots."

Advanced Usage

• The name can be used in literary criticism and historical discussion of Victorian popular fiction.
  • Example: "Scholars often contrast the commercial success of Mrs. Henry Wood with the critical reception of her work."

Variants and Related Words

• Ellen Wood: Her legal name, Ellen Price, after marriage to Henry Wood.
• East Lynne: Her most famous and successful novel, published in 1861.

Synonyms

• Ellen Wood: The author's name.
• Novelist / Writer: General terms for her profession.

Notes on Meaning

• The primary meaning is the identity of a specific historical author. The name itself does not have multiple common meanings outside of this reference. It is not typically used in idioms or as part of phrasal verbs.

Noun

1. English writer of novels about murders and thefts and forgeries (1814-1887)