New Fame New Love: John Betjeman - Softcover

'The book is crammed with very funny stories, but Hillier never loses sight of the doubts and insecurities that assailed Betjeman and made him a far more complex man than his public persona suggested.' Peter Parker, Daily Telegraph 'A classic in the making, with every page evocative of Betjeman's wistful humour. It is a book to be read slowly for fear of coming too fast to the end.' Jad Adams, Guardian 'There was a wealth of feeling and imagination in his life, and in Hillier's account it is getting the record it deserves.' John Gross, Sunday Telegraph 'Hillier has an insatiable, higgledy-piggledy appetite for the humorous and eccentric.' Craig Brown, Mail on Sunday " Fine and revealing biography" -- THE TIMES HIGHER EDUCATION SUPPLEMENT 20030411

John Betjeman was without question the most popular poet of the twentieth century and his poems have been bought and read by millions. He opened eyes to what before him had seemed ordinary but is now unforgettable. This rich biography of Betjeman's life is full of entertaining anecdotes, yet uncovers too the insecurities underlying his wistful humour. Bevis Hillier has created a delightful book, which will constantly surprise its reader.