Things I Don't Want to Know: A Response to George Orwell's Why I Write
(Author) Deborah LevyThe first in Deborah Levy's essential three-part 'Living Autobiography' on writing and womanhood. 'Unmissable. Like chancing upon an oasis, you want to drink it slowly . . . Subtle, unpredictable, surprising' Guardian _________________________________ Taking George Orwell's famous essay, 'Why I Write', as a jumping-off point, Deborah Levy offers her own indispensable reflections of the writing life. With wit, clarity and calm brilliance, she considers how the writer must stake claim to that contested territory as a young woman and shape it to her need. Things I Don't Want to Know is a work of dazzling insight and deep psychological succour, from one of our most vital contemporary writers. The final two instalments in Deborah Levy's 'Living Autobiography', The Cost of Living and Real Estate , are available now. _________________________________ 'Superb sharpness and originality of imagination. An inspiring work of writing' Marina Warner 'An exciting writer, sharp and shocking as the knives her characters wield' Sunday Times 'A writer whose anger and confusion in the face of the world transform into poetic flights of fancy . . . which always feel marvellously right' Independent
Deborah Levy
Deborah Levy is a British author known for her innovative writing style and exploration of themes such as identity, feminism, and politics. Her most notable works include the novel "Hot Milk" and the memoir "The Cost of Living," both of which have received critical acclaim for their sharp prose and incisive observations. Levy's writing is characterized by its lyrical language and complex characters that challenge traditional narratives. She has been a finalist for the Man Booker Prize and has made a significant impact on contemporary literature with her thought-provoking and boundary-pushing work. Levy's most famous work is often considered to be "Swimming Home," a novel that delves into the complexities of relationships and desire with her signature wit and insight.
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