Arthur Ransome
by Hunt, Peter
pub. by Twain Publishers, Boston, 1991 -       isbn; 0-8057-7003-8     Notes and References p.151-163     Index p.164-169     The Author p.170     total size 170 p.
At first I thought - Another biography of Arthur Ransome ? - Reading it I find that it is an entirely different type of Arthur Ransome study, and one which explores new ground.
Hunt gives a brief overview of Ransomes life and then dwells on meticulous study of his writing methods, plot development etc. It is in essence a study of the writing method and style of Arthur Ransome. It also compares his writing with and places it among other writing for children. It is a masterful book. An appriciation of technical ability. Each of Arthur Ransomes books is examined, even some which are not popularly known.
While other biographies explore Ransomes life socially, Hunt explores the act of writing.
Peter Hunt is from the University of Wales, Cardiff.
If you want to read about an authors work lovingly disected and appreciated, this is the read for you.
~2014-08-25~

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