Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • Doris May Lessing: A British novelist and short story writer, born in 1919 in Persia (modern-day Iran) and raised in Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). She is known for her works exploring themes of social and political conflict, psychological insight, and the role of women in society. She was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2007.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Doris May Lessing is celebrated for her novel The Golden Notebook.
  • The works of Doris May Lessing often examine the complexities of post-colonial Africa.
  • In 2007, Doris May Lessing became the oldest person to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature.

Advanced Usage

• "Lessingesque" (adj): Characteristic of or resembling the themes, style, or concerns found in the works of Doris Lessing.
  • The novel's fragmented narrative and focus on female consciousness are decidedly Lessingesque.

Variants and Related Words

• Doris Lessing: A common shortened form of the full name Doris May Lessing.
  • Doris Lessing's later works ventured into science fiction.

Synonyms

• Author: A writer of a book, article, or report.
• Novelist: A person who writes novels.
• Literary figure: A person who is well-known in the field of literature.

Related Phrases

• The Golden Notebook: The title of Doris Lessing's most famous novel, often used as a reference point for her literary significance.
  • Her analysis of the female experience is often compared to that in The Golden Notebook.

Related Idioms

Noun

1. English author of novels and short stories who grew up in Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe) (born in 1919)