Smith, Jonathan
Being Betjeman
- ISBN 13:
- 9781912916290
- author:
- Smith, Jonathan
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Galileo Publishers
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 21.34 x 13.72 x 2.29 centimeters
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Literary, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
John Betjeman's life was marked by both great success and personal struggle. As Poet Laureate, he enjoyed widespread acclaim for his poetry, with sales exceeding 2.5 million since the publication of his Collected Poems in 1958. However, behind the scenes, Betjeman faced insecurities, frustrations, and relationship issues that are revealed in this book. Written by Jonathan Smith, a successful novelist and playwright, the book offers an intimate look at Betjeman's life, from his time at Oxford to his marriage and subsequent affairs. The narrative combines elements of biography and fiction, providing a unique insight into the poet's inner world. This book provides a fascinating glimpse into the complex personality of John Betjeman, a man who was both celebrated for his work and haunted by personal demons.
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