George Borrow: The Man and His Books

"George Borrow: The Man and His Books" by Edward Thomas is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the life, identity, and literary contributions of George Borrow, showcasing his compelling narratives and reflections on his self-exploration. Drawing upon Borrow's own writings, it delves into how his personality and life experiences shaped his unique voice in literature. At the start of the work, the author sets the tone by acknowledging Borrow's tendency to write about himself, presenting the challenge and impertinence of narrating his life. Edward Thomas emphasizes the significance of Borrow's self-portraits in his books, suggesting that they evoke strong impressions that resonate even decades after his death. The opening chapters discuss Borrow's autobiographical tendencies and how his works often fuse fact with fiction, as well as hint at the mystery surrounding his remarkable life experiences, such as his association with the Gypsy community, and how they are portrayed in literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Philip Edward Thomas was a British writer of poetry and prose. He is sometimes considered a war poet, although few of his poems deal directly with his war experiences. He only started writing poetry at the age of 36, but by that time he had already been a prolific critic, biographer, nature writer and travel writer for two decades. In 1915, he enlisted in the British Army to fight in the First World War and was killed in action during the Battle of Arras in 1917, soon after he arrived in France.