Matthew Dennison is a British author and journalist. He is best known for his biographies of historical figures, such as Queen Victoria, the Duchess of Devonshire, and the Mitford sisters. He has also written extensively on the history of the British aristocracy and the British monarchy. Dennison was born in London and educated at Oxford University. He began his career as a journalist, writing for publications such as The Times, The Guardian, and The Spectator. He has also written for the BBC and the Financial Times. Dennison's books have been widely praised for their meticulous research and vivid storytelling. His writing style is both engaging and informative, and he has a knack for bringing the past to life. He has won numerous awards for his work, including the Whitbread Biography Award and the Royal Society of Literature Ondaatje Prize. Dennison is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and a member of the Society of Authors. He is also a trustee of the National Portrait Gallery in London. He currently lives in Oxfordshire with his wife and two children.