George Gregory (b. 1888): Reading and Writing I went into some detail about George’s reading habits in my previous post (Education and Schooling) but there is more to tell …
Florence Anne Cooter (1912-2004): Reading and Writing Florence tells us little about her reading habits and experiences with writing during her memoir ‘Seventh Child’. The only text that Florence …
Reading and Writing Although Edna Bold does not reference many writers that she is interested in, or any books that she has found brilliant enough …
Mrs W.E. Palmer (b.1908): Reading and Writing Reading, cycling and dancing were their chief hobbies (3) From Mrs W.E. Palmer’s fond recollections of reading both at home and in …
Mary Denison (1906 – 1997): Reading and Writing. ‘You were carried into new worlds, your own mind and imagination were beginning to work’ (30). In the purpose and audience blog …
Harry Dorrell (B.1903): Reading & Writing ‘Seeking answers as I did then and still do… It is the seeking that counts.’ (50) Although Harry always disliked school he …
Mary Hollinrake (b. 1912): Reading & Writing Even though education for the working-class in the early 20th century was not always available due to long working hours, illiteracy had …
Reading, Writing and Identity, James Ashley (b.1833) Within James Ashley’s memoir he doesn’t specify particular pieces of literature in which he read. However there are implications to suggest novels …
Edward S. Humphries: Reading & Writing In his memoir Edward S. Humphries does not focus on reading and writing very much at all. However this has not dissuaded …
Jack Vallance (b. 1914) – Reading & Writing When it comes to the mention of literature, Jack refrains from discussing his reading and frequently downplays his intelligence and ability to …
