A lyrical memoir that threads memory, landscape, and art from a London nursery to the world of theatre. The book revisits childhood moments—cradled by family, nannies, and a magical toy—while tracing how memory selects the sights and sounds worth keeping, and how the imagination transforms them into lasting wonder.
From the echoing streets of early London to summer days at Coombe Cottage, the pages fuse sensory detail with mood. The author reflects on the power of memory to illuminate art, and on how famous performances and painters echo the inner life of a child growing up among books, pictures, and music.
- Experience intimate, vividly described scenes from nursery life, family, and early childhood.
- See how memory acts as an editor, shaping what remains precious and worth retelling.
- Discover portraits of theatre, literature, and the artists who redefine what we call art.
- Enjoy rich allusions to poetry, music, and visual art that deepen the memoir’s texture.
Ideal for readers who love reflective memoirs that blend personal recollection with cultural history, and for those curious about how memory and art intertwine.
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Anbieter: Forgotten Books, London, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book is a captivating memoir that delves into the author's childhood and early life. Recalling a time before the First World War, the author paints a vivid picture of upper-class British society in the late 19th century. The book takes the reader through the author's days in the nursery, the schoolroom, and beyond, revealing a world filled with elaborate rituals, strict social codes, and a deep immersion in literature and the arts. The authorââ â¢s memories of childhood offer a glimpse into the unique and often humorous dynamics of family life, the complexities of sibling relationships, and the influence of a governess on a young mind. Through the lens of these childhood experiences, the author explores themes of class, education, and the importance of imagination. More than a nostalgic look back, the book offers insightful reflections on the era's social mores, the power of memory, and the enduring fascination of the past. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781451000665_0
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Anbieter: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, USA
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781451000665
Anbieter: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Vereinigtes Königreich
PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers LW-9781451000665
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Anbieter: Revaluation Books, Exeter, Vereinigtes Königreich
Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 474 pages. 9.00x6.00x1.07 inches. This item is printed on demand. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers zk1451000669
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Anbieter: moluna, Greven, Deutschland
Zustand: New. KlappentextrnrnExcerpt from The Puppet Show of MemoryWe used to go in the summer to Coombe Cottage, near Malden, an ivy-covered, red-brick house, with a tower at one end, a cool oak hall and staircase, a drawing-room full Of water colour. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 2148623293
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