It's possible you may have a slight error in the name, or perhaps the author is a lesser-known individual.
To help me search more effectively, could you please provide any additional details about the author you are looking for, such as:
* Approximate time period of their writing: Was it 1800s, 1900s, etc.?
* Genre of their writing: Fiction, non-fiction, poetry, etc.?
* Specific book title(s): Do you know any titles of their books?
* Any other information: Was there a specific event or time period their writing focused on?
With more information, I might be able to track down the author you're looking for.