An Open Book

Inbunden bok. William Heinemann, London. 1 uppl. 1978.

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Monica Dickens, William Heinemann, London 1978
First edition

Description

An Open Book is the candid and engaging autobiography of Monica Dickens (1915–1992), the great-granddaughter of Charles Dickens. From early on, the weight of her famous surname shaped public expectations. While the Dickens legacy opened doors, it also cast a long shadow: Monica was often compared to her illustrious ancestor, whether she wished it or not. This sense of heritage sharpened her awareness of class, justice, and social responsibility — themes that often surface in her fiction.

In this autobiography, she reflects with honesty and humour on her unconventional path: abandoning finishing school, working as a cook, a nurse, and a social worker before turning to writing. Just as her great-grandfather observed the intricacies of Victorian society, Monica Dickens chronicled the quirks, struggles, and resilience of ordinary 20th-century lives. Her novels One Pair of Hands, One Pair of Feet, and The Winds of Heaven won her a wide readership, and An Open Book gives us the personal story behind the career.

Very good condition. Owner’s signature on the endpaper. A small spot on the edges, small spot on one page. Dust jacket in very good condition..