Robertson, Kate

The Creator of the Wombles: The First Biography of Elisabeth Beresford

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ISBN 13:: 9781526794666
author:: Robertson, Kate
format:: Hardback
publisher:: White Owl
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2023
Pages:: 224
Dimensions:: 2.4 x 16.6 x 16.6 centimetres (0
Genre:: Biography, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Biography,
Condition:: New
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The Creator of the Wombles: The First Biography of Elisabeth Beresford Elisabeth Beresford, the creator of the beloved Wombles, was a writer driven by a desire to succeed in a world where financial uncertainty loomed. From her early life in Paris to her passing in the Channel Islands, Beresford's career was marked by a relentless pursuit of her goals, often balancing writing with other pursuits such as journalism and television commentary. Beresford's life was a testament to her determination, taking her from writing children's books to contributing to popular women's magazines and appearing on television. The publication of The Wombles, and its subsequent BBC adaptations, brought her a moment of fame and fortune, but also a unique perspective on the highs and lows of her remarkable life. This biography, written by Beresford's daughter, offers a unique insight into the life of one of the 20th century's most successful children's authors, drawing on private family archives and personal memories to create a fascinating and often humorous portrait of a remarkable woman.

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