The World of Dylan Thomas by Peter Stevenson

The World of Dylan Thomas by Peter Stevenson

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Although writing predominantly in the English language, Dylan Thomas is regarded as many as Wales’ finest poet. He became popular in his lifetime and remained so after his premature death. In his later life he acquired the reputation as a "roistering, drunken and doomed poet". This new biography explores Dylan the man, and his poetry.

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The World of Dylan Thomas by Peter Stevenson

Although writing predominantly in the English language, Dylan Thomas is regarded as many as Wales’ finest poet. He became popular in his lifetime and remained so after his premature death. In his later life he acquired a reputation, which he encouraged, as a"roistering, drunken and doomed poet". Born in Swansea in 1914, Dylan also lived in London and often toured America. It was on one of his speaking tours that he collapsed in the White Horse Tavern, in Greenwich Village, Manhattan, New York. He later died on 9th November 1953 in the St. Vincent's Hospital. This new Pitkin biography explores Dylan the man, his poetry and his life, and is accompanied by beautiful illustrations.
Peter Stevenson is an expert on Dylan Thomas, and as an established Pitkin author his titles include The World of Dylan Thomas.Peter Stevenson is an expert on Dylan Thomas, and as an established Pitkin author his titles include The World of Dylan Thomas.
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ISBN 13 9781841655345
ISBN 10 1841655341
Title The World of Dylan Thomas
Author Peter Stevenson
Series World Of Ser
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Batsford Ltd
Year published 2014-03-03
Number of pages 32
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