This book delves into the life and works of the enigmatic and talented Victorian author known as Ouida. This concise biography explores Ouida's passionate and unconventional nature, her struggles as a female writer in a male-dominated society, and her literary achievements. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Bigland offers readers a captivating glimpse into the world of this influential and intriguing figure from the Victorian era. Ouida was more fascinating than her characters. She had friends like Wilkie Collins, Oscar Wilde, and Robert Browning. She wrote more than 40 novels plus children’s books.