British Writers

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Offers substantial profiles of 26 contemporary British writers who came of age following WWII. Articles of 12,000-15,000 words long examine an author's important works in the context of his or her life. Writers profiled include those born in Britain as well as those born elsewhere whose work relates to British literary culture. Includes a chronology from 1901 to 1997, listing political, scientific, and social milestones along with publications of major literary works Contains a cumulative index for volumes 1-4 and for supplements 1-4. For general readers. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.