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J. B. Priestley’ and An Inspector Calls

Introduction J. B. Priestley (1894–1984) was a prominent English novelist, playwright, essayist, and social critic. His works reflect the social, political, and economic conditions of twentieth-century England. He was deeply influenced by his experiences during the First World War and was particularly concerned with social inequality, class differences, poverty, responsibility, and human relationships . His major works include The Good Companions , Angel Pavement , Dangerous Corner , Time and the Conways , English Journey , and his famous play An Inspector Calls . Through his writing, Priestley often encouraged readers to think critically about society and their responsibilities toward others. J. B. Priestley (1894–1984) was an English novelist, playwright, essayist, and social commentator. He is especially famous for his play An Inspector Calls (1945) . An Inspector Calls is a play by J. B. Priestley , set in 1912. The wealthy Birlings are having a family dinner when Inspector ...