Diana Athill
December 21, 1917 – January 23, 2019
Diana Athill was a British literary editor and author whose career spanned decades of significant literary output. Working with some of the 20th century's greatest writers, she played a crucial role in shaping literary landscapes. In her own writing, Athill explored profound human experiences and reflections with unflinching honesty and keen insight. Her prose is characterized by precision and subtle observation, offering readers a memorable and thought-provoking literary journey.