There Are Some Secrets
There Are Some Secrets by Sara Sass, published by Atmosphere Press on September 30, 2021, is a 100-page exploration of the life of E. V. Lucas, a significant figure in the publishing industry. This edition delves into Lucas’s multifaceted role as an editor, author, and critic, highlighting his connections with notable literary figures and his influence on various cultural spheres during the 20th century.
Readers will find a detailed examination of Lucas’s contributions to children’s literature, particularly his work with “Winnie-the-Pooh,” as well as insights into his vibrant social life within Edwardian society. The book presents a narrative that intertwines biography and history, revealing the complexities of Lucas’s character and the lasting effects of his literary and social endeavors. Through this lens, Sara Sass uncovers the interplay of pleasure, pain, and mystery that shaped the cultural landscape of the time.
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Who was the man behind the publishing house that brought “Winnie-the-Pooh” to the world?
Editor E. V. Lucas – author, publisher, critic, worldwide traveler, and purported owner of the finest pornographic library in London – joined illustration and text together in the beloved children’s books. A friend of Peter Pan author Sir J. M. Barrie, Lucas’ glittering literati circle influenced theatre, silent film and wartime charity efforts throughout the 20th century. A fixture of Edwardian society, Lucas’ lively parties blended together artists, actors and politicians with a cryptic undertone.
In There Are Some Secrets, author Sara Sass untangles the historical threads of Edwardian pleasure, pain, and mystery that continue to impact our western world.
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