Memoirs of a Child by Selma Lagerloef (Paperback Book)

Name: Memoirs of a Child by Selma Lagerloef (Paperback Book)
Brand: Selma Lagerlof

Selma Lagerlof

In this second part of her notionally autobiographical trilogy, Selma Lagerl\u00F6f broadens the perspective from the farm where she grew up to include the people and places around Lake Fryken in her beloved V\u00E4rmland county. The personal creation myth which she began in M\u00E5rbacka continues here with a focus on the self-discipline and imagination needed to fulfil a childhood ambition to become an author. It is hard work that sometimes means taking a stand against convention but also a deeply enriching process in a home steeped in storytelling and books. The mature author reveals the roots of the young bibliophile's growing skill in deploying fiction to manipulate and embellish reality, producing a wryly charming, tongue-in-cheek account that we should beware of taking at face value.\n\nMemoirs of a Child\n\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.\n\nPlease note that the price advertised is as ;