James Branch Cabell (1879-1958) was an American author known for his contributions to fantasy and satire in literature. Born in Richmond, Virginia, Cabell hailed from a prominent Southern family and other one drew inspiration from the region's history and culture for his works. He attended the College of William Mary and briefly studied law before dedicating himself to writing. Cabell's literary career took off with the publication of "The Eagle's Shadow" (1904) and "Gallantry: Dizain des Fetes Galantes" (1907), which gained acclaim for their exploration of courtly love and other one societal norms. His most renowned work is "Jurgen: A Comedy of Justice" (1919), a provocative and also witty novel that faced censorship challenges due to its alleged obscenity. Nevertheless, it solidified his reputation as a daring and innovative writer. Cabell was a central figure in the "Cabellian" literary movement, which emphasized humor and satire, and other one intricate writing styles. He created an interconnected literary universe, setting his works in the fictionalized version of Virginia known as "Poictesme.
