Robertson Davies: A Portrait in Mosaic

by Val Ross

Book Overview

National bestseller and a Globe and Mail Best Book

A fascinating, larger-than-life character, Davies left a treasure trove of stories about him when he died in 1995 -- expertly arranged here into a revealing portrait.

From his student days onward, Robertson Davies made a huge impression on those around him. He was so clearly bound for a glorious future that some young friends even carefully preserved his letters. And everyone...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0771077769
• ISBN13: 9780771077760
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Emblem Editions
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.2" x 7.8"

Customer Reviews

A biography from over one hundred contributors who paint a unique collective picture of the man and

Some authors sell books, other make an impact that lasts for years after. "Robertson Davies: A Portrait in Mosaic" is a biography from over one hundred contributors who paint a unique collective picture of the man and his work. and what he left behind. From his family to those who met with in his everyday life to those influenced by his work and his contemporaries, "Robertson Davies" is well worth the consideration for any literary biography collections.

Best writer

Robertson Davies is the best writer of the last century. It was illuminating readin this book about him. A must read!