“ I am the master of my fate:I am the captain of my soul. “
Quotes by William Ernest Henley
Introducing William Ernest Henley
William Ernest Henley was an English poet, critic, and editor, best remembered for his poem Invictus, which has inspired countless people with its message of resilience and inner strength. Born in Gloucester, Henley suffered from tuberculosis of the bone, which led to the amputation of one of his legs below the knee when he was just 12 years old. Despite his physical challenges, Henley maintained a spirit of unyielding determination.
He became an influential literary figure in Victorian England, associating with notable writers like Robert Louis Stevenson, who is said to have based the character Long John Silver on Henley. His editorial work in magazines such as The Scots Observer helped launch the careers of many prominent writers. Henley’s life and works embody the themes of courage, perseverance, and individual will.
He became an influential literary figure in Victorian England, associating with notable writers like Robert Louis Stevenson, who is said to have based the character Long John Silver on Henley. His editorial work in magazines such as The Scots Observer helped launch the careers of many prominent writers. Henley’s life and works embody the themes of courage, perseverance, and individual will.