About This Event

A distinguished art historian and one of the twentieth century's most distinctive literary voices, Anita Brookner captivated readers with her elegant, uncompromising fiction. Acclaimed biographer Hermione Lee reveals the full story of a brilliant, idiosyncratic and deeply complex woman. From her upbringing in a family of Polish-Jewish immigrants and her distinguished career at the Courtauld Institute to her late flowering as a novelist and Booker Prize triumph with Hotel du Lac , Brookner's story is one of extraordinary talent, ambition and resilience. Hermione delves into the novels in all their stylishness and daring, exploring the themes of solitude, longing, self-knowledge and desire that earned Brookner a devoted readership. Rediscover an exceptional writer through the eyes of one of our finest biographers. Chaired by Andy Miller , writer and co-host of Backlisted , the literary podcast which gives new life to old books. There will be a book signing after this event.

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Hotels within walking distance of Cheltenham Town Hall.

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