A Far Cry from Kensington
A Far Cry from Kensington by Muriel Spark is a reprint edition published by Penguin Books in 1989, featuring 189 pages in English. The narrative follows Mrs. Hawkins, a young war widow navigating the complexities of working for a struggling publisher in 1950s London. As she reflects on her experiences, she recounts encounters with dubious literary practices, anonymous letters, and the darker aspects of her life, including blackmail and suicide.
Readers will find a blend of fiction that delves into the intricacies of the literary world and the challenges faced by Mrs. Hawkins. The story explores themes of survival and resilience against a backdrop of shady dealings and personal turmoil. This edition provides an insightful look into the life of a woman confronting her past while dealing with the pressures of her environment.
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Mrs Hawkins, a fat young war widow worked for a mad, near-bankrupt publisher in 1950s London. Looking back on shady literary doings and a deadly enemy, anonymous letters, blackmail and suicide, the thin and successful Mrs Hawkins recalls how she came through it all.
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