Synopsis
The tale of E.F."Fred" Benson, his private life, his comic genius, his social world. Masters focuses especially on his family: the father who proposed to a girl of 13, the mother who fled to the love of women and the eccentric children - Arthur, Master of Trinity, novelist and depressive; the feminist scholar Maggie, driven to suicidal madness; Hugh, best-selling novelist and Roman Catholic Cardinal. Fred, a beacon of apparent sanity, took refuge in passionate male friendships and humour, creating the hilarious worlds of Mapp and Lucia, "Mr Ames" and "Secret Lives", and writing memoirs of his circle, which ranged from Gladstone to Oscar Wilde, Maggie Asquith to Henry James.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Life of E.F.Benson
Stock Image
Life of E.F.Benson
Published by
Chatto & Windus, 1991
ISBN 10: 0701135662
ISBN 13: 9780701135669
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: Bombora Books, McKinnon, VIC, Australia
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Seller Inventory # 000123
Stock Image
Life of E.F.Benson
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardback. Condition: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration. Seller Inventory # GOR003055981
Buy Used
£ 24.84
£ 5.60 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
Life of E.F.Benson
Seller: Book Grocer, Tullamarine, VIC, Australia
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardback. Brian Masters, Vintage Publishing. The tale of E.F."Fred" Benson, his private life, his comic genius, his social world. Masters focuses especially on his family: the father who proposed to a girl of 13, the mother who fled to the love of women and the eccentric children - Arthur, Master of Trinity, novelist and depressive; the feminist scholar Maggie, driven to suicidal madness; Hugh, best-selling novelist and Roman Catholic Cardinal. Fred, a beacon of apparent sanity, took refuge in passionate male friendships and humour, creating the hilarious worlds of Mapp and Lucia, "Mr Ames" and "Secret Lives", and writing memoirs of his circle, which ranged from Gladstone to Oscar Wilde, Maggie Asquith to Henry James. Hardback. Seller Inventory # 9780701135669-SECONDHAND
Seller Image
The life of E.F. Benson / Brian Masters
Published by
London : Chatto & Windus, 1991
ISBN 10: 0701135662
ISBN 13: 9780701135669
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: MW Books, New York, NY, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
First Edition. Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-dulled dust wrapper. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; ix, 324 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm. Subjects; Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic) (1867-1940). Novelists, English 20th century Biography. 1 Kg. Seller Inventory # 451699
Seller Image
The Life of E.F. Benson
Published by
London: Chatto & Windus, 1991
ISBN 10: 0701135662
ISBN 13: 9780701135669
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: BookLovers of Bath, Peasedown St. John, BATH, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardback in Dust Wrapper. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Condition Notes: Pages lightly age-tanned, more heavily so at the margins; First edition (first printing). Hardback. Dust wrapper over black boards with gilt titles to the spine; Measures 9½" x 6¼" (1 kg); pp (ix) 324; Index; Bibliography; Includes: Black & white photographs on individual leaves; || The book is on the shelf, ready to be appropriately packed, and posted from the pastoral paradise of Peasedown St. John, Bath, by a real bookseller in a real book shop - with my personal guarantee and beady eye on the Consumer Contracts Regulations. REMEMBER! Buying my copy means the book shop Jack Russells get their supper! My Book #203300 ||. Seller Inventory # 203300
Buy Used
£ 18.99
£ 15 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
The Life of E.F. Benson
Published by
Chatto & Windus, 1991., 1991
ISBN 10: 0701135662
ISBN 13: 9780701135669
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: BRIMSTONES, Lewes, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
1st edition, hardback, large 8vo, x,324pp, illustrated, owner's name on endpaper, pages browning, text clean and binding sound, Very Good / Very Good dustwrapper. ISBN: 0701135662. Seller Inventory # 664640
Seller Image
The life of E.F. Benson / Brian Masters
Published by
London : Chatto & Windus, 1991
ISBN 10: 0701135662
ISBN 13: 9780701135669
Used
Hardcover
First Edition
Seller: MW Books Ltd., Galway, Ireland
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
First Edition. Fine cloth copy in a near-fine, very slightly edge-dulled dust wrapper. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; ix, 324 pages : illustrations ; 25 cm. Subjects; Benson, E. F. (Edward Frederic) (1867-1940). Novelists, English 20th century Biography. 1 Kg. Item is Shipped from Ireland or US locations. Seller Inventory # 451699
Stock Image
Life of E.F.Benson
Seller: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Used; Very Good. ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Seller Inventory # 4143070
Buy Used
£ 24.58
£ 15.99 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Stock Image
LIFE OF E.F. BENSON
Seller: HPB-Emerald, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_463072483
Stock Image
Life of E.F.Benson
Seller: SN Books Ltd, Thetford, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Orders shipped daily from the UK. Professional seller. Seller Inventory # mon0000496150
Buy Used
£ 20.35
£ 25 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available