Published in Lippincott's Monthly Magazine in 1890 as a novella. Wilde's only novel, initially faced controversy and criticism. Original editor Stoddart deleted 500 words before publication. Wilde added preface and expanded text in 1891 book edition
Friday is a main character in Daniel Defoe's 1719 novel Robinson Crusoe. Crusoe names Friday after the day they first meet. Friday is a Native American who worships mountain god Benamuckee
Born in Stratford-upon-Avon in 1564, Shakespeare married Anne Hathaway in 1582. Had three children: Susanna, Hamnet, and Judith. Started career in London as actor and playwright between 1585-1592. Became part of Lord Chamberlain's Men, later King's Men
Charley is an English unisex given name and surname. It is a diminutive form of Charles and feminine form of Charlie
F. Scott Fitzgerald wrote novel in 1924 after moving to French Riviera. Inspired by Fitzgerald's youth romance with Ginevra King. Novel set in 1922 on Long Island during Jazz Age. Fitzgerald's first draft featured "Winter Dreams" as first attempt
Daniel Defoe's novel was published in 1719, running through four editions before year's end. Story follows Robinson Crusoe's 28-year survival on desert island near Venezuela. Some believe it's based on Scottish sailor Alexander Selkirk's experiences