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Jan Morris: Life from Both Sides by Paul Clements is an extraordinary biography that delves into the captivating life of one of literature's most influential figures, Jan Morris. This compelling account chronicles her journey while celebrating her immense contributions as a writer and trailblazer.
In this meticulously crafted narrative, Clements unravels the rich tapestry of Morris's life, from her formative years in the Gothic atmosphere of Oxford to her groundbreaking gender transition in the late 1960s. Known for her sharp insights, poetic prose, and distinctive wit, Morris's legacy continues to inspire.
This biography beautifully navigates her diverse experiences, including:
As Clements takes readers through Morris's later years spent with her wife, Elizabeth, in Wales, we witness a woman who pursued her literary passions with unyielding grace. Recognized by The Sunday Times as “a marvel of clarity, fluency, and kindness,” this essential read resonates with both long-time fans and newcomers alike.
Discover the life of Jan Morris—a writer, soldier, traveler, and pioneering transgender figure—in Jan Morris: Life from Both Sides. This biography serves not only as a chronicle of a remarkable life but also as a testament to resilience and depth.
ISBN: | 9781914484773 |
Author: | Paul Clements |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Scribe Publications |
Publisher: | Scribe Publications |
Dimensions: | 130 x 198 x 39 mm |
Publication Date: | 12 October, 2023 |
Pagination: | 608 pages, Illustrations, black and white |
Weight: | 486g |
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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’