When I Was Old - Hardcover
An intimate inside look at the mind of Georges Simenon, immortalized here in his journals.
In the 1960s, Simenon bought three leather-bound journals, planning to leave a record of his life and career for his sons. He was 57 years old, a best-selling author, and happily married for many years, and in these journals he began to reflect on the complexities of aging, relationships, and the life of a writer. When I Was Old, a collection of these writings, is an essential read for any fan of this prolific literary voice.
In the 1960s, Simenon bought three leather-bound journals, planning to leave a record of his life and career for his sons. He was 57 years old, a best-selling author, and happily married for many years, and in these journals he began to reflect on the complexities of aging, relationships, and the life of a writer. When I Was Old, a collection of these writings, is an essential read for any fan of this prolific literary voice.
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About the Author:
Georges Simenon (1903–1989) was born in Liège, Belgium. Best known in the English-speaking world as the author of the Inspector Maigret books, his prolific output of more than four hundred novels and short stories have made him a household name in Europe.
Review:
“One of the greatest writers of the twentieth century . . . Simenon was unequalled at making us look inside.” —The Guardian (London)
“I love reading Simenon. He makes me think of Chekhov.” —William Faulkner
“A supreme writer . . . unforgettable vividness.” —The Independent (London)
“A truly wonderful writer . . . marvellously readable—lucid, simple, absolutely in tune with the work he creates.” —Muriel Spark
“I love reading Simenon. He makes me think of Chekhov.” —William Faulkner
“A supreme writer . . . unforgettable vividness.” —The Independent (London)
“A truly wonderful writer . . . marvellously readable—lucid, simple, absolutely in tune with the work he creates.” —Muriel Spark
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- PublisherHamish Hamilton
- Publication date1972
- ISBN 10 0241020379
- ISBN 13 9780241020371
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages348
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