The Mammoth Book of Literary Anecdotes

Synopsis of The Mammoth Book of Literary Anecdotes

«The Mammoth Book of Literary Anecdotes» is the anthology of literary anecdotes edited by Philip Gooden, published by Carroll & Graf in paperback.

Anthology with over 250 stories and anecdotes about famous writers away from their work, from the 16th century to the present. Organized into thematic sections such as money, crime, alcohol or inspiration, it includes encounters like James Boswell with Dr. Johnson or the mysterious disappearance of Agatha Christie.

Part of the Mammoth Books collection. English edition of 512 pages, published in 2002.

For lovers of literature and those curious about the everyday lives of great writers.