Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Pantheon Books
Date published: 1956
Description: Good in Good jacket. 1956 hardback with dust jacket. Dog on cover. Ex-library with clear protective cover. FREE delivery confirmation and mailed inside a plastic sleeve for extra shipping protection. read more
"Perhaps one of my luckiest breaks as a reader has been the discovery of Bryher (1894-1983) and her prolific body of work.
This unique and underrated author has penned histories, memoirs, film essays and novels, all of which are colored by her extraordinary experiences. "Beowulf" offers rare insight into the lives of a select group of people in London during World War II. Contending with daily bombings, blackouts, curfews and limited rations, these quirky, interesting personalities engage the reader with their ability to transcend it all. Bryher extends her characters to us fondly without robbing them of their humanness. And so we are privy to their inner thoughts and fears; amused by their gossip and impatience; and touched by their compassion and selflessness. In their day-to-day "business as usual" activities, these unlikely heroes achieve a delicate balance of perseverance, courage, blind faith and steady humor, while the reader gains a more intimate perspective on that time and place in history. There is something for everyone here: History buffs get a firsthand account of the blitz from the common citizen. Those intrigued by human nature have a snapshot of people responding to dire circumstances. For the British, this is a memory to be proud of; for the young, a reason to avoid repeating it ever again. For fans of Bryher, here is another book to love; for those unfamiliar with Bryher, it is an opportunity to finally meet her. As for the curious title of this volume, that discovery, dear Reader, must be made during your journey through these pages. Enjoy it!"
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