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Nancy Mitford
Nancy Freeman-Mitford CBE (28 November 1904 30 June 1973), known as Nancy Mitford, English novelist, biographer and journalist. One of the renowned Mitford sisters and one of the " Bright Young People" on the London social scene in the inter-war years, she is best remembered for her novels about upper-class life in England and France and for her sharp and often provocative wit. She also established a reputation for herself as a writer of popular historical biographies. Date: 1932
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In this black-and-white portrait, Nancy Mitford (1904-1973), the renowned English novelist, biographer, and journalist, poses confidently for the camera. Dressed in an elegant, high-necked blouse and a long, flowing skirt, Mitford exudes an air of sophistication and intelligence. Her piercing gaze and slight smile suggest a sharp wit and a keen sense of humor, which would become her trademark. Born into the prominent Mitford family on November 28, 1904, Mitford was one of the famous Mitford sisters and a central figure in the London social scene of the inter-war years. Known as the "Bright Young People," this group of young, wealthy, and eccentric individuals was notorious for their outrageous behavior and provocative antics. Mitford's novels, which offered insightful and often satirical portrayals of upper-class life in England and France, drew on her experiences within this circle. The photograph, taken in 1932, captures Mitford at the beginning of her illustrious literary career. She would go on to write a series of successful novels, including "The Pursuit of Love" (1945) and "Love in a Cold Climate" (1949), which continue to be celebrated for their sharp social commentary and memorable characters. In addition to her fiction, Mitford also gained a reputation as a writer of popular historical biographies, including "Madame Bovary's Lover" (1945) and "Voltaire in Love" (1957). Mitford's portrait, taken by the renowned photographer Peter Rodd, offers a glimpse into the life of one of the most intriguing and influential figures of the 1930s. With her striking appearance and incisive intellect, Mitford remains an enduring symbol of the literary and social landscape of the era.
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