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The Harold Nicolson Diaries

1907-1964

Harold Nicolson author Nigel Nicolson editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Orion Publishing Co

Published:6th Oct '05

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This insightful diary offers a captivating glimpse into political life, showcasing Harold Nicolson's experiences and thoughts during a transformative era.

In The Harold Nicolson Diaries, readers are presented with a remarkable insight into the political landscape of the 20th century. Harold Nicolson, a prominent political diarist, captures the essence of his time with honesty and wit. His experiences as an MP and his involvement in significant events, such as the Paris Peace Conference in 1919, provide a unique perspective on the political climate of the era. This new edition includes material that has never been published before, offering fresh insights into Nicolson's life and thoughts.

The diary entries reveal not only Nicolson's political observations but also his personal life, including his marriage to the poet Vita Sackville-West. Their relationship, characterized by openness and complexity, adds depth to the narrative. Nicolson's social circles were diverse, and his interactions with notable figures of his time are vividly portrayed. The new edition draws on previously sensitive entries and letters, enriching the reader's understanding of his character and the historical context.

The Harold Nicolson Diaries is not merely a political record; it is a testament to the human experience, marked by decency, modesty, and humor. Nicolson's ability to weave personal anecdotes with political commentary creates a compelling read that resonates with both history enthusiasts and casual readers alike. This edition serves as a valuable document for anyone interested in the intricacies of 20th-century politics and the life of one of its keenest observers.

A tremendous read * SPECTATOR *
Beautifully written, witty and wise. His son Nigel has edited them brilliantly -- Noel Coward
Nicolson's great gift as a diarist is that he does not simply record events: he brings those events and the characters in them brilliantly to life. His diary entries are astonishingly rich min-portraits of people and places, with a telling eye for detail... Brilliant, riveting stuff * TRIBUNE *
The book as a historical document has so many merits that it is hard to know where to begin * GUARDIAN *
One stops to marvel at the achievement. Honesty, decency, modesty, magnanimity, are stamped on every page, as evident as the wit * EVENING STANDARD *
He remains completely unaware that he is tapping out a masterpiece. As lively as Creevey or the de Goncourts * THE TIMES *
Not only a brilliant portrait of English society, but a touching self-portrait of a highly intelligent and civilised man driven by conscience and curiosity to enter politics -- Kenneth Clark
Beautifully written, witty and wise. His son Nigel has edited them brilliantly -- Noel Coward
He was clever and highly observant and a little absurd, and right at the centre of things. No two pages pass without something to alight on with pleasure . . . A tremendous read * Spectator *
Nicolson's great gift as a diarist is that he does not simply recoprd events: he brings those events and the characters in them brilliantly to life. His diary entries are astonishingly rich min-portraits of people and places, with a telling eye for detail... Brilliant, riveting stuff. * TRIBUNE *

ISBN: 9780753819975

Dimensions: 198mm x 162mm x 35mm

Weight: 380g

496 pages