Christopher Barker
The Arms of the Infinite
- ISBN 13:
- 9781554582709
- author:
- Christopher Barker
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Wilfrid Laurier University Press (CA)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 258
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 2.5 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, Historical, Social & Urban History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Arms of the Infinite by Christopher Barker explores the complex and passionate love affair between his parents, writer Elizabeth Smart and poet George Barker. This candid and evocative memoir delves into their unconventional upbringing in Ireland and Essex, revealing a life marked by literary and artistic connections. Barker's book is a fascinating glimpse into the lives of two charismatic figures from the literary world, with interesting cameos and anecdotes that add to its charm. A unique and captivating portrait of a family's history, The Arms of the Infinite offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of love, art, and identity. Published in 2010, this memoir is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the lives of writers and artists.