Archibald Joseph Cronin (July 19, 1896 in Cardross, Scotland; January 6, 1981 in Glion, Switzerland) was a Scottish physician and writer. Some of his novels became international successes. His narrative is characterized by exciting plots, realistic characters, and pronounced social criticism. In his autobiography, Adventures in Two Worlds, he also unequivocally professes his Christian faith. Cronin follows the tradition of the Bildungsroman and uses the techniques of Victorian novel realism. Archibald Read more [...]