Eudora Welty is a celebrated American author whose works are known for their vivid descriptions of Southern life. Some common synonyms used to describe Welty and her writing include "Southern Gothic," "literary icon," "feminist trailblazer," and "magnificent storyteller." Her memoir, "One Writer's Beginnings," has been widely praised for its insights into the creative process. Welty was also known for her photography, which often focused on the people and places of Mississippi. Her fiction has been translated into numerous languages, and she was awarded many honors over the course of her long and distinguished career, including the Pulitzer Prize and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.