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Angela Thirkell: A Writer's Life
Angela Thirkell: A Writer's Life
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Angela Thirkell was a well-known author who published more than thirty books between 1931 and 1961. She was related to famous people such as Rudyard Kipling and Stanley Baldwin. Her memoir Three Houses was acclaimed, and she later wrote the Barsetshire series, inspired by Anthony Trollope. The book Angela Thirkell: A Writers Life tells her story, from her childhood in Kensington to her marriages and the birth of her sons.
\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 160 pages
\n Publication date: 15 March 2021
\n Publisher: Unicorn Publishing Group
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Angela Thirkell, born in London in 1890, held a remarkable lineage that included being the granddaughter of Sir Edward Burne-Jones, the goddaughter of J.M. Barrie, and a cousin of renowned figures such as Rudyard Kipling and Stanley Baldwin. Her artistic journey was adorned by the portraits of John Collier, John Singer Sargent, and Thea Proctor. Over the course of her life, Angela authored more than thirty books, showcasing her versatility across various genres. Her literary career commenced with the acclaimed family memoir Three Houses, followed by her delightful Barsetshire series, which drew inspiration from Anthony Trollope but was set in the contemporary era. Angela Thirkell: A Writers Life chronicles the author's remarkable life, from her childhood in Kensington to her two marriages and the birth of three sons, Graham McInnes, Colin MacInnes, and Lance Thirkell, who also pursued careers in literature. The book delves into her decade-long sojourn in Australia, where she actively wrote for magazines and newspapers and made radio broadcasts. Upon her return to London, Angela fortuitously crossed paths with a young publisher named Jamie Hamilton, leading to the publication of her bestselling Barsetshire novels. Angela Thirkell's literary legacy continues to captivate readers, offering a glimpse into the life and work of a talented writer who left an indelible mark on the world of literature.
\n Weight: 656g\n
Dimension: 166 x 241 x 20 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781913491246\n \n
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