An interview with George Saunders
This morning I listened to an interview with George Saunders on Radio 4. I was fascinated by what he had to say. So much so that I have transcribed the … Continue reading An interview with George Saunders
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Transmuted his personal substance into art
Aubrey Beardsley (1872 – 1898) was an artist, illustrator and author. His black ink drawings were influenced by Japanese woodcuts and his work was, not infrequently, considered ‘improper’. He was … Continue reading Transmuted his personal substance into art
Which novel has sold most?
This question was asked in last week’s Sunday TIMES: Of course there is no complete data to refer to but it is thought that Don Quixote tops the list. It … Continue reading Which novel has sold most?
‘Thanks, friend’
Gone Fishing with Bob Mortimer and Paul Whitehouse, along with the Undertones, John Peel, Gabriel García Márquez , Don Quixote, Sancho Panza, Mice and men. This film is for my … Continue reading ‘Thanks, friend’