Philip Larkin A Writer’s Life
Philip Larkin A Writer’s Life by Andrew Motion is a comprehensive biography published by Faber & Faber in 1994. This first edition spans 570 pages and is presented in English. The book offers an in-depth exploration of the life and work of the influential poet Philip Larkin, detailing his experiences and the complexities of his character.
Readers will find a meticulous account that balances affection with critical insight, reflecting on Larkin’s contributions to poetry and prose. Motion’s diligent research and thoughtful analysis provide a nuanced perspective on Larkin’s life, capturing both his literary achievements and personal frailties. This biography situates Larkin within the broader context of 20th-century literature, making it relevant for those interested in English poetry and the lives of notable writers.
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‘An exemplary biography of its kind – detailed, meticulous and sympathetic.’ Peter Ackroyd, The Times
‘Larkin lived a quietly noble and exemplary version of the writer’s life; Motion – affectionate but undeceived about the man’s frailties, a diligent researcher and a deft reader of poetry – has written an equally exemplary ‘Life’ of him.’ Peter Conrad, Observer
‘Honest but not prurient, critical but also compassionate, Motion’s book could not be bettered.’ Alan Bennett, London Review of Books
‘There will be other lives of Larkin, but Motion’s, like Forster’s of Dickens, will always have a special place.’ John Carey, Sunday Times
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