Bloch, Michael
Diaries, 1942-1954
- ISBN 13:
- 9780719566813
- author:
- Bloch, Michael
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- John Murray
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 133mm X 197mm
- Genre:
- Biography: general
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Diaries, 1942-1954 is a remarkable collection of personal reflections, offering a unique glimpse into the life of James Lees-Milne, a versatile author and country house expert. Spanning the first dozen years of his diary, this volume chronicles his experiences during the Second World War, including his work with the National Trust and his tumultuous personal life. With wit and insight, Lees-Milne portrays the social landscape of London during the Blitz, as well as the post-war austerity. The diary reveals Lees-Milne's perceptive observations of the people and places he encountered, including his visits to country-house owners and his romantic experiences. As the war draws to a close, the mood shifts, and Lees-Milne shares his prevailing pessimism about the future. Despite this, he continues to work tirelessly for the National Trust, ensuring the preservation of England's most beautiful houses. This compilation, edited by Michael Bloch, brings together the first five volumes of Lees-Milne's complete diary work, including previously unpublished material.
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