Lytton Strachey was an intellectual and literary figure of his time. Several synonyms could describe him, such as a biographer, essayist, member of the Bloomsbury Group, historian, and critic. Strachey was famous for his works, including Eminent Victorians, Queen Victoria, and Elizabeth, and Essex. He was known for his innovative style of portraying historical personalities, presenting them in a new light. He drew heavily on his research and had a witty writing style, interweaving humor and satire in his works. Strachey's originality, wit, and insightful writing style set him apart as one of the prominent literary figures of the 20th century.