Edith Sitwell: A Unicorn Among Lions
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A compelling literary biography, Edith Sitwell: A Unicorn Among Lions chronicles the extraordinary life of one of Britain's most eccentric and influential poets of the twentieth century. Victoria Glendinning presents a vivid portrait of Sitwell — a woman who defied convention at every turn, transforming herself into a living work of art while producing some of the most innovative verse of her era. With meticulous research and elegant prose, Glendinning uncovers the complex inner world behind Sitwell's flamboyant public persona, illuminating her turbulent relationships, fierce literary rivalries, and deep artistic passions. The biography details Sitwell's formative years in a dysfunctional aristocratic family, her championing of young writers such as Wilfred Owen and Dylan Thomas, and her hard-won reputation as a grande dame of English letters. Authoritative, sympathetic, and richly detailed, this acclaimed work won the Duff Cooper Prize and remains the definitive account of a singular and remarkable life.
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A compelling literary biography, Edith Sitwell: A Unicorn Among Lions chronicles the extraordinary life of one of Britain's most eccentric and influential poets of the twentieth century. Victoria Glendinning presents a vivid portrait of Sitwell — a woman who defied convention at every turn, transforming herself into a living work of art while producing some of the most innovative verse of her era. With meticulous research and elegant prose, Glendinning uncovers the complex inner world behind Sitwell's flamboyant public persona, illuminating her turbulent relationships, fierce literary rivalries, and deep artistic passions. The biography details Sitwell's formative years in a dysfunctional aristocratic family, her championing of young writers such as Wilfred Owen and Dylan Thomas, and her hard-won reputation as a grande dame of English letters. Authoritative, sympathetic, and richly detailed, this acclaimed work won the Duff Cooper Prize and remains the definitive account of a singular and remarkable life.
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Condition: Very Good. Jacket: Very Good, no tears, minor wear. Page Condition: Good. Markings: No markings. Binding: Tight and secure. No stickers or labels visible.
A compelling literary biography, Edith Sitwell: A Unicorn Among Lions chronicles the extraordinary life of one of Britain's most eccentric and influential poets of the twentieth century. Victoria Glendinning presents a vivid portrait of Sitwell — a woman who defied convention at every turn, transforming herself into a living work of art while producing some of the most innovative verse of her era. With meticulous research and elegant prose, Glendinning uncovers the complex inner world behind Sitwell's flamboyant public persona, illuminating her turbulent relationships, fierce literary rivalries, and deep artistic passions. The biography details Sitwell's formative years in a dysfunctional aristocratic family, her championing of young writers such as Wilfred Owen and Dylan Thomas, and her hard-won reputation as a grande dame of English letters. Authoritative, sympathetic, and richly detailed, this acclaimed work won the Duff Cooper Prize and remains the definitive account of a singular and remarkable life.
