Robert Harris
4 SeriesRobert Harris is an English author known for his historical fiction and non-fiction works. He began his career as a journalist and BBC television reporter, later transitioning to writing non-fiction for eight years before becoming a novelist. Harris resides near Newbury, Berkshire, England, with his wife, Gil Hornby, also a writer.
Robert Harris's "Lustrum," also known as "Conspirata," delves into the political machinations and corruption of ancient Rome during Cicero's consulship. The novel explores Cicero's rise to power and the ensuing conspiracies that threaten the Republic. "The Ghost," alternatively titled "The Ghost Writer," follows a ghostwriter's dangerous journey as he uncovers dark secrets while working on a former British Prime Minister's memoirs. In collaboration with Jeremy Paxman, Harris wrote "A Higher Form of Killing," which examines the ethical dilemmas and global implications of chemical and biological warfare. Each work showcases Harris's skill in weaving historical detail with gripping narrative tension.
