The biography delves into the life of Helen Coombe, highlighting her artistic talent alongside her intellect, personality, and wit. It explores her family background and education, situating her within the Arts and Crafts Movement while showcasing her remarkable artistic contributions.
Biographical essays on twentieth-century writers and artists
This work explores the connections between Virginia Woolf and various contemporary writers and artists, revealing fresh insights and discoveries. It delves into the influence of Woolf's literary techniques and themes on modern creativity, showcasing how her legacy continues to resonate in today's artistic landscape. The book provides a deeper understanding of Woolf's impact and the ongoing dialogue between her work and contemporary voices.
The biography highlights the remarkable contributions of Madeleine Symons, a pioneering women's trade union officer during and after World War I. Despite being ineligible to vote at the time, she held significant roles, including serving on the executive committee of the Labour Party, acting as a Justice of the Peace, and participating in a Royal Commission. Her story underscores the impact of women's leadership and activism in a transformative era.
The book features previously unknown letters from Rose Macaulay to her cousin Jean Smith, offering insight into their complex relationship. Macaulay, a prominent writer of the early twentieth century, contrasts with Smith, a gifted but troubled poet who experienced a spiritual journey from Anglicanism to Roman Catholicism. Their correspondence reflects the tensions and evolving beliefs between the two women, particularly during the 1950s, highlighting themes of faith, creativity, and personal struggle.
A complement to Smith's 1993 edition of Diogenes, this volume is a report on the stones themselves rather than an edited text. An English translation, full critical notes and extensive bibliography can be found in the earlier edition and are not repeated here. Each stone is drawn and described, find-spots being noted along with many photographs. Printed text follows after each drawing and new evidence, including two new fragments, is presented.