Corelli, Marie: - Marie Corelli (1855-1924) was a highly popular and controversial British novelist who gained immense fame with her debut novel, 'A Romance of Two Worlds' (1886). Her work often explored themes of the occult, spirituality, and social issues. Despite facing criticism from literary circles, Corelli enjoyed tremendous commercial success and a dedicated fan base. Her novels, such as 'The Sorrows of Satan' (1895) and 'Thelma' (1887), were bestsellers, selling millions of copies worldwide.