Eleanor Fitzsimons
Author
Publisher
Abrams / Vearsa Limited
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"The first major biography of the trailblazing and controversial children's author E. Nesbit Edith Nesbit (1858 -- 1924) is considered the first modern writer for children and the inventor of the children's adventure story. In The Life and Loves of E. Nesbit , award-winning biographer Eleanor Fitzsimons uncovers the little-known details of her life, introducing readers to the Fabian Society cofounder and fabulous socialite who hosted legendary parties...
Author
Publisher
ABRAMS Books
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
A lively debut biography of the flamboyant Irish writer ... focusing on the women who loved and supported him ( Kirkus Reviews ). In this essential work, Eleanor Fitzsimons reframes Oscar Wilde s story and his legacy through the women in his life, including such scintillating figures as Florence Balcombe; actress Lillie Langtry; and his tragic and witty niece, Dolly, who, like Wilde, loved fast cars, cocaine, and foreign women. Fresh, revealing,...