Publisher's Synopsis
Anne Douglas Sedgwick: A Portrait in Letters is a biographical work that provides a glimpse into the life of the American-British novelist Anne Douglas Sedgwick. The book is written by Basil De Selincourt, a British literary critic and writer, who was a close friend of Sedgwick. The book is based on a collection of letters exchanged between Sedgwick and De Selincourt, as well as other letters written by Sedgwick to her family, friends, and publishers.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period in Sedgwick's life. The first chapter focuses on her childhood and early years in America, while the subsequent chapters cover her move to England, her marriage, and her literary career. The book also provides insights into Sedgwick's personal life, including her relationships with her family, friends, and lovers.Throughout the book, De Selincourt provides commentary and analysis of Sedgwick's letters, offering readers a deeper understanding of her personality, motivations, and literary style. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and work of Anne Douglas Sedgwick, as well as for those interested in the history of American and British literature in the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
