author
Percival Pollard
1869–1911
A sharp, cosmopolitan voice in early 20th-century literature, this American critic and fiction writer championed modern trends while producing novels, stories, and essays of his own. His work reflects a lively interest in style, international culture, and the changing literary scene of his time.
2 Audiobooks
The Imitator: A Novel
by Percival Pollard
Cape of Storms: A Novel
by Percival Pollard
About the author
Born in Greifswald, Pomerania, on January 29, 1869, he later moved with his family to the United States and became part of American literary life. He was known as a literary critic, novelist, and short story writer, with a career that also included journalism and editorial work.
He wrote across several forms, publishing fiction as well as criticism, and earned a reputation for his interest in newer literary movements and European influences. That broad outlook helped make him an energetic commentator on the writers and ideas shaping the turn of the 20th century.
He died on December 17, 1911, in Washington, D.C. Though not widely read today, he remains an interesting figure for listeners curious about the lively, transitional world of American literature in his era.