Perhaps you are thinking of:
* Thomas Hobbes: A famous English philosopher known for his work "Leviathan," which explores political philosophy and the nature of government.
* James Joyce: An Irish novelist and poet known for works like "Ulysses" and "Finnegans Wake."
* James Baldwin: An American novelist, essayist, playwright, and poet, known for his work on race and social justice.
If you can provide more information about the work you are looking for, I might be able to help you find the correct author.