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JB Priestley, British novelist, playwright, essayist and broadcaster, c1927
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JB Priestley, British novelist, playwright, essayist and broadcaster, c1927
JB Priestley, British novelist, playwright, essayist and broadcaster, c1927. Joseph Boynton Priestley (1894-1984) was born in Bradford in Yorkshire and educated at Cambridge. He wrote the play An Inspector Calls in 1946. From Famous British Authors, a set of cigarette cards. (London, c1927)
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This print showcases the esteemed JB Priestley, a multi-talented British novelist, playwright, essayist, and broadcaster. Taken around 1927, this portrait captures the essence of Priestley's literary brilliance and intellectual prowess. Born in Bradford, Yorkshire in 1894, Priestley received his education at Cambridge University. His notable works include the renowned play "An Inspector Calls" which was written in 1946. This photograph is part of a collection called Famous British Authors cigarette cards from London circa 1927. In this image, Priestley exudes an air of sophistication as he elegantly holds a pipe between his fingers. The halftone technique used to create this print adds depth to his features while preserving the fine details that make up his face. As one of Britain's most celebrated authors of the twentieth century, JB Priestley made significant contributions to literature and broadcasting during his career. His signature can be seen on this print as a testament to his remarkable body of work. This photo serves as a reminder of Priestley's impact on English literature and drama. It transports us back to the vibrant atmosphere of early twentieth-century Britain when writers like him shaped the cultural landscape with their words.
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