Frances White
Becoming Iris Murdoch
- ISBN 13:
- 9781899999606
- author:
- Frances White
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Kingston University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 138
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 1.5 x 19.8 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Novelists, Poets & Playwrights,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Iris Murdoch's developing views on the world and human nature are explored in this thought-provoking biography. In 1948, she wrote in her journal that one of her fundamental assumptions was that she had the power to seduce anyone. This book delves into her early life, where she struggled with self-doubt about her talents and inclinations. The author, Frances C. P. White, offers a personal and insightful look at Murdoch's formative years, shedding light on her complex relationships between good and evil, morality, the flesh, spirit, mind, and heart. Through this lens, we gain a deeper understanding of the writer behind the iconic novels that have captivated readers for generations. With 133 pages of engaging narrative, this biography provides a unique perspective on Iris Murdoch's life and legacy.
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