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Angus Wilson

    August 11, 1913 – May 31, 1991

    This English novelist and short story writer was renowned for his strongly satirical vein, expressing concern with preserving a liberal humanistic outlook in the face of fashionable doctrinaire temptations. His works, often adapted for television, showcase a keen insight into social strata and human psychology. He dedicated himself to his craft with tireless energy, frequently moving between the novel and short story forms, leaving an indelible mark on British literature. His writing is characterized by sharp observation and subtle irony.

    Angus Wilson
    Anglo-Saxon attitudes
    The Old Men at the Zoo
    Hemlock and After
    Such Darling Dodos
    The wrong set and other stories
    The Middle Age of Mrs Eliot