Joyce Cary: A Biography
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Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
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A comprehensive literary biography, Malcolm Foster's work chronicles the life and creative evolution of Arthur Joyce Lunel Cary, the Anglo-Irish novelist best known for his richly imaginative fiction, including the celebrated Herself Surprised, To Be a Pilgrim, and The Horse's Mouth. Drawing on extensive research, Foster traces Cary's formative years in Ireland and England, his service in the Nigerian Political Service, and the personal struggles and intellectual passions that shaped his distinctive literary voice. The biography presents a nuanced portrait of a writer who wrestled with themes of freedom, creativity, and the human condition, illuminating how Cary's turbulent experiences fed directly into his vibrant, character-driven novels. Written with scholarly rigor yet an accessible and engaging tone, it stands as an authoritative account of one of the twentieth century's most underappreciated literary figures, offering readers both a window into Cary's private world and a deeper appreciation of his enduring artistic legacy.
Author: Malcolm Foster
Format: Hardback
Published: 1968, Michael Joseph
Genre: Biography
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
A comprehensive literary biography, Malcolm Foster's work chronicles the life and creative evolution of Arthur Joyce Lunel Cary, the Anglo-Irish novelist best known for his richly imaginative fiction, including the celebrated Herself Surprised, To Be a Pilgrim, and The Horse's Mouth. Drawing on extensive research, Foster traces Cary's formative years in Ireland and England, his service in the Nigerian Political Service, and the personal struggles and intellectual passions that shaped his distinctive literary voice. The biography presents a nuanced portrait of a writer who wrestled with themes of freedom, creativity, and the human condition, illuminating how Cary's turbulent experiences fed directly into his vibrant, character-driven novels. Written with scholarly rigor yet an accessible and engaging tone, it stands as an authoritative account of one of the twentieth century's most underappreciated literary figures, offering readers both a window into Cary's private world and a deeper appreciation of his enduring artistic legacy.