Writers And Hampstead: Observations On The Place And The People, 101 Commentators From Domesday To Drabble

Writers And Hampstead: Observations On The Place And The People, 101 Commentators From Domesday To Drabble

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Author: Ian Norrie
Binding: Hardback
Published: High Hill Press, Hampstead, 1987

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This historical account, Writers And Hampstead: Observations On The Place And The People, 101 Commentators From Domesday To Drabble, chronicles the rich literary heritage of one of London's most iconic villages. It uncovers the lives and works of over a hundred authors, poets, and thinkers who found inspiration and residence within Hampstead's unique environs, spanning from the Domesday Book era to contemporary figures like Margaret Drabble. The narrative presents a fascinating tapestry of intellectual and social history, illustrating how the locale shaped and was shaped by its celebrated inhabitants. Readers will find a meticulously researched and engaging portrait of a community deeply intertwined with the evolution of English literature.

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Description

Author: Ian Norrie
Binding: Hardback
Published: High Hill Press, Hampstead, 1987

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings

This historical account, Writers And Hampstead: Observations On The Place And The People, 101 Commentators From Domesday To Drabble, chronicles the rich literary heritage of one of London's most iconic villages. It uncovers the lives and works of over a hundred authors, poets, and thinkers who found inspiration and residence within Hampstead's unique environs, spanning from the Domesday Book era to contemporary figures like Margaret Drabble. The narrative presents a fascinating tapestry of intellectual and social history, illustrating how the locale shaped and was shaped by its celebrated inhabitants. Readers will find a meticulously researched and engaging portrait of a community deeply intertwined with the evolution of English literature.