VINTAGE AESTHETIC MEETS MODERN DESIGN
'The Austen' | Scholar's Book Strap
Jane Austen (1775–1817). . .
. . .was an English novelist known for her keen social commentary, and masterful use of irony in works that explore themes of love, class, and morality. Her most famous novels, including Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, and Emma, offer sharp insights into the lives of women in the early 19th century, often critiquing societal expectations and the limitations placed on women in a patriarchal society. Her works critique the novels of sensibility of the second half of the 18th century and are part of the transition to 19th-century literary realism. Though her works were published anonymously during her lifetime, her use of biting irony, along with her realism and social commentary, have earned her acclaim among critics and scholars.
'The Shelley' | Traveller's Book Strap
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (1797–1851). . .
. . .was an English writer best known for her groundbreaking novel Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus (1818), which is often considered one of the earliest works of science fiction. The daughter of philosopher William Godwin, and feminist writer Mary Wollstonecraft, she was deeply influenced by intellectual and literary circles. Her novel, written during a stay in Geneva with poet Percy Bysshe Shelley—whom she later married—explores themes of creation, ambition, and the consequences of unchecked scientific pursuit. Mary spent a large portion of her life travelling throughout Europe, writing several novels, short stories, and travelogues, contributing significantly to Gothic and Romantic literature.
'The Brontë' | Heart-Shaped Book Strap
Charlotte Brontë (1816–1855). . .
. . .was an English novelist and poet best known for her classic novel Jane Eyre (1847), a groundbreaking work that blends Gothic elements with deep psychological insight and feminist themes. Writing under the pen name Currer Bell, she crafted strong, complex heroines who defied the restrictive norms of Victorian society. Raised in a literary family alongside her sisters Emily and Anne, Charlotte drew inspiration from her own experiences, including her time as a governess. Her works, characterised by vivid storytelling and emotional intensity, continue to be celebrated for their bold exploration of love, independence, and morality.
'The Woolf' | Journaling Book Strap
Adeline Virginia Woolf (1882–1941). . .
. . .was a pioneering English writer and a central figure in modernist literature. Known for her innovative narrative techniques, including stream of consciousness, she explored themes of identity, time, and the constraints of society, particularly on women. Her most famous works, such as Mrs. Dalloway, To the Lighthouse, and Orlando, challenged traditional storytelling and delved into the complexities of human consciousness. A member of the Bloomsbury Group, Woolf was also a passionate advocate for women’s rights and literary freedom. Her essays, including A Room of One’s Own, remain influential in feminist thought.
'The Byron' | Classic Book Strap
George Gordon Byron (1788–1824). . .
. . .commonly known as Lord Byron, was a British Romantic poet celebrated for his passionate and rebellious spirit. Renowned for works such as Childe Harold’s Pilgrimage and Don Juan, his poetry combined vivid imagery, deep emotion, and biting satire. Byron's personal life was as infamous as his verse—marked by scandal, love affairs, and a restless pursuit of adventure. His legacy endures as one of the most influential and flamboyant figures of the Romantic movement.
'The Hemingway' | Minimalist Book Strap
Ernest Miller Hemingway (1899–1961). . .
. . .was an American author and journalist, celebrated for his distinctive writing style, marked by brevity, understatement, and sharp dialogue. As a master of the short story, he crafted concise yet powerful narratives that relied on economy of language and subtlety. His most celebrated works include The Old Man and the Sea, A Farewell to Arms, For Whom the Bell Tolls, and The Sun Also Rises, along with short stories like Hills Like White Elephants and The Snows of Kilimanjaro. His ability to express deep emotions and complex themes with minimal words cemented his legacy as one of the most influential short story writers of the 20th century.