Sherwood Anderson was an American author born on September 13, 1876, in Camden, Ohio. He is best known for his influential work, Winesburg, Ohio, published in 1919, which is a collection of interconnected short stories that explore the lives of small-town residents. Anderson's writing style is characterized by its simplicity and focus on the inner lives of his characters. Anderson's literary career began later in life, after he worked in various jobs, including advertising and painting. He became a key figure in the American modernist movement and influenced many writers, including Ernest Hemingway and William Faulkner. He passed away on March 8, 1941, leaving a lasting impact on American literature.