Classics:
* Charles Dickens: Known for his social commentary and vivid portrayals of London life, including *Oliver Twist*, *A Tale of Two Cities*, and *Great Expectations*.
* Charlotte Brontë: Author of *Jane Eyre*, a groundbreaking novel exploring themes of love, independence, and societal expectations.
* William Makepeace Thackeray: Known for his satirical novels, including *Vanity Fair* and *Henry Esmond*.
* Emily Brontë: Author of *Wuthering Heights*, a passionate and gothic novel about love and revenge.
* Alfred, Lord Tennyson: A celebrated poet known for his lyrical and evocative works, including "The Lady of Shalott" and "In Memoriam A.H.H."
* Robert Browning: A renowned poet known for his dramatic monologues and complex characters, including "My Last Duchess" and "The Ring and the Book."
* George Eliot (Mary Ann Evans): A prolific novelist whose works explore complex moral and social issues, including *Middlemarch* and *Adam Bede*.
* Thomas Hardy: A writer known for his bleak and naturalistic portrayal of rural life, including *Far From the Madding Crowd* and *Tess of the d'Urbervilles*.
Other notable authors:
* Lewis Carroll: Author of *Alice's Adventures in Wonderland* and *Through the Looking-Glass*.
* Arthur Conan Doyle: Creator of the iconic detective Sherlock Holmes.
* Oscar Wilde: A playwright and essayist known for his witty and subversive works, including *The Picture of Dorian Gray* and *The Importance of Being Earnest*.
* Bram Stoker: Author of the classic vampire novel, *Dracula*.
Ultimately, choosing just one "famous author" is subjective. The Victorian era was a time of great literary output, and each of these authors contributed significantly to its rich literary landscape.