Items related to Works on Paper: The Craft of Biography and Autobiography
Synopsis
Michael Holroyd opens this volume with a startling attack on biography, which is answered by two essays on the ethics and values of non-fiction writing. The book then goes on to examine the work of several contemporary biographers, the place of biography in fiction and of fiction in biography, and the revelations of some extravagant autobiographers, from Osbert Sitwell to Quentin Crisp - to which he adds some adventures of his own. In particular an important and unpublished piece, "The Making of GBS", a story of internecine literary warfare. The book ends with a series of satires, celebrations, apologias and polemics which throw light not only on Michael Holroyd's progress as a biographer, but also his record as an embattled campaigner in the field of present-day literary politics.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
Michael Holroyd is the author of numerous biographies including Lytton Strachey, Augustus John and George Bernard Shaw. BASIL STREET BLUES (September 1999), his family autobiography, garnered 50per cent more end-of-year critics' choices than any other work of non-fiction that year.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for Works on Paper: The Craft of Biography and Autobiography
Stock Image
Works on Paper: The Craft of Biography and Autobiography
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003945994
Buy Used
£ 7.86
£ 5.60 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
Works On Paper: The Craft of Biography and Autobiography
Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Seller Inventory # rev8922390867
Buy Used
£ 6.27
£ 7.59 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Works On Paper: The Craft of Biography and Autobiography
Seller: BookstoYou, Hay-on-Wye, HEREF, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Secondhand. Very good book with dust cover. Seller Inventory # mon0000003573
Buy Used
£ 2.12
£ 16 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Works on Paper: The Craft of Biography and Autobiography
Seller: Kisharon Langdon New Chapters, HARROW, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Condition: As New. This copy is in Like New condition ? crisp, clean, and showing no meaningful signs of use. Pages are bright and free from any marks, writing, or highlighting. The spine is tight and the covers are sharp with no creasing or damage. Every book we list is individually hand-checked by our team at Kisharon Langdon New Chapters. We take pride in honest, accurate grading ? what you read is what you receive. New Chapters is a social enterprise supporting people with Learning Disabilities and Autistic People into meaningful work. Your purchase makes a real difference. Seller Inventory # AISLE11/Box2/HAh4/100726
Buy Used
£ 8.57
£ 9.99 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
Works on paper : the craft of biography and autobiography
Published by
London : Little, Brown and Co., 2002
ISBN 10: 0316856789
ISBN 13: 9780316856782
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: MW Books, New York, NY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
First Edition. Previous owner's inscription. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust-wrapper. Particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description: xiv, 319p. ; 24cm. Subjects: Biography as a literary form. Books ; Reviews. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 301673
Seller Image
Works on paper : the craft of biography and autobiography
Published by
London : Little, Brown and Co., 2002
ISBN 10: 0316856789
ISBN 13: 9780316856782
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: MW Books Ltd., Galway, Ireland
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
First Edition. Previous owner's inscription. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust-wrapper. Particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Physical description: xiv, 319p. ; 24cm. Subjects: Biography as a literary form. Books ; Reviews. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 301673
Stock Image
Works on Paper, The Craft of Biography and Autobiography
Seller: Tweedside Books, PBFA, MELROSE, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
1st edition in fine condition in fine price clipped dustjacket. Paper browning. (Book ref 4229). Seller Inventory # 2347
Seller Image
Works on Paper: The Craft of Biography and Autobiography
Published by
Little, Brown & Company, 2002
ISBN 10: 0316856789
ISBN 13: 9780316856782
Used
Hardcover
Seller: Book Grocer, Tullamarine, VIC, Australia
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardback. Michael Holroyd, Little, Brown & Company. Michael Holroyd opens this volume with a startling attack on biography, which is answered by two essays on the ethics and values of non-fiction writing. The book then goes on to examine the work of several contemporary biographers, the place of biography in fiction and of fiction in biography, and the revelations of some extravagant autobiographers, from Osbert Sitwell to Quentin Crisp - to which he adds some adventures of his own. In particular an important and unpublished piece, "The Making of GBS", a story of internecine literary warfare. The book ends with a series of satires, celebrations, apologias and polemics which throw light not only on Michael Holroyd's progress as a biographer, but also his record as an embattled campaigner in the field of present-day literary politics. Hardback. Seller Inventory # 9780316856782-SECONDHAND
Buy Used
£ 10.85
£ 22.71 shipping
Ships from Australia to U.S.A.
Ships from Australia to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
Works on Paper: The Craft of Biography and Autobiography
Published by
Little, Brown & Company, 2002
ISBN 10: 0316856789
ISBN 13: 9780316856782
Used
Hardcover
Seller: The Guru Bookshop, Hereford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. FIRST EDITION with dust jacket some light browning to edge end papers - rare and collectable - will send out 1 st class post. Seller Inventory # mon0000069420
Seller Image
Works on Paper : The Craft of Biography and Autobiography
Published by
Little, Brown & Company, United Kingdom, 2002
ISBN 10: 0316856789
ISBN 13: 9780316856782
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Signed
Seller: M. C. Wilson, Perth, WA, Australia
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. First edition, first impression 2002 SIGNED dedication by Michael Holroyd near fine hardback, page edges and page margins lightly browned, in a near fine dust wrapper. No inscription. Not price clipped. 319 pages. Signed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # 0014171
Buy Used
£ 13.56
£ 24.98 shipping
Ships from Australia to U.S.A.
Ships from Australia to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available