Enemies of Promise
1938 book by Cyril Connolly / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Enemies of Promise[1] is a critical and autobiographical work written by English writer Cyril Connolly first published in 1938.[2]
Quick Facts Author, Country ...
Author | Cyril Connolly |
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Country | United Kingdom |
Language | English |
Genre | Literary criticism Autobiography |
Publisher | George Routledge & Sons |
Publication date | 1938 |
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It comprises three parts, the first dedicated to Connolly's observations about English literature and the English literary world of his time, the second a list of adverse elements that affect the ability to be a good writer and the last an account of Connolly's early life. The overarching theme of the book is the search for understanding why Connolly, though he was widely recognised as a leading man of letters and a highly distinguished critic, failed to produce a major work of literature.