Tomalin, Claire
A Life of My Own
- ISBN 13:
- 9780241974834
- author:
- Tomalin, Claire
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Books Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.1 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Literary, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Claire Tomalin's A Life of My Own is a deeply personal and insightful memoir that explores her own life story. Born into a family marked by tragedy, Claire navigates the challenges of growing up in post-war England, including the pressures of societal expectations on women. As she builds a career as a literary editor, she must also confront the loss of a child and the complexities of finding her true vocation as a biographer. Through her writing, Claire offers a vivid portrayal of life in mid-twentieth-century England, shedding light on the social and cultural context that shaped her experiences. With characteristic élan and insight, she recounts her own triumphs and tragedies, including her marriage to Nicholas Tomalin and the devastating loss of her only child. This memoir is a remarkable account of one woman's journey towards self-discovery and fulfillment, set against the backdrop of significant historical events.
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