Lee, Hermione
Biography: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199533541
- author:
- Lee, Hermione
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 17 x 11 x 1.6 cm
- Genre:
- Literature Biographies & True Stories
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Biography: A Very Short Introduction by Hermione Lee provides an in-depth exploration of the art of biography. As one of the leading literary biographers in the English-speaking world, Lee examines the cultural and historical context of different types of biographies, considering factors that affect biographers and strategies for writing about various subjects. Lee discusses contemporary biographical publications, exploring what kinds of lives are most popular and in demand, as well as how biographies can be compared to history and works of fiction. She also addresses questions about the nature of biography, including whether it needs to be true and whether the biographer's personal relationship with the subject is necessary. This introduction offers a comprehensive look at the genre, combining authority with accessibility and style. It is part of the Very Short Introductions series, which provides expert insights into a wide range of topics.
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