A quirky satirical comedy from 1954 by one of the twentieth century's most prolific, influential and versatile writers.
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John Boynton Priestley was a British author renowned for his extensive body of work spanning a diverse range of subjects. His writing was characterized by keen observations of social issues and a profound interest in the lives of ordinary people, often conveyed with a forthright Yorkshire sensibility. A prolific novelist, Priestley also emerged as a celebrated playwright and an influential broadcaster, with his essays masterfully capturing his passions and command of language. He remained a lifelong literary force, consistently provoking thought and leaving an indelible mark as a great all-rounder.
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In 1934, J.B Priestley described his journey through England from Southampton to the Black Country, to the North East and Newcastle, to Norwich and home. In capturing and describing an English landscape and people hitherto unseen in literature of its kind, he influenced the thinking and attitudes of an entire generation and helped formulate a public consensus for change that led to the formation of the welfare state. Insightful, profound, humorous and moving, English Journey captures Priestley's deep love of his native country and tells us so much about the human condition and the nature of Englishness.
