Anthony Powell was a British novelist born on December 21, 1905 in London, England. He attended Eton College and then studied at Balliol College, Oxford. Powell began his writing career as a journalist and became a prolific novelist, best known for his twelve-volume series titled “A Dance to the Music of Time.” This series, published between 1951 and 1975, established Powell as a prominent figure in the literary world. He wrote a total of twenty-eight books, including novels, memoirs, and critical works. Powell was recognized for his distinctive writing style, witty social observations, and insight into the British upper class. Throughout his career, he received several accolades, including the James Tait Black Memorial Prize and the WH Smith Literary Award. Anthony Powell passed away on March 28, 2000 in Somerset, England, leaving behind a significant literary legacy.