Publisher's Synopsis
Looking Back: An Autobiographical Excursion is a memoir written by the British author and critic Norman Douglas. The book is a detailed account of the author's life, from his childhood in Austria to his travels around the world and his experiences as a writer and critic.The book is structured in a series of loosely connected essays, each focusing on a different period or aspect of Douglas's life. He writes about his childhood in Austria, his time at school in England, his travels in Europe and North Africa, and his experiences as a writer and critic.Throughout the book, Douglas provides vivid descriptions of the people and places he encountered, as well as his thoughts and feelings about his experiences. He writes with a wry sense of humor and a keen eye for detail, making the book both entertaining and insightful.Looking Back: An Autobiographical Excursion is a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most important literary figures of the 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of literature and the life of an extraordinary writer.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
