James Lees-Milne
James Lees-Milne was an English writer and expert on country houses. He is best known for his work with the National Trust, where he was instrumental in the preservation of many historic buildings. Lees-Milne was also a diarist, and his published diaries provide a vivid account of English life in the mid-20th century.
Books
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1. Another Self
"Another Self" weaves together a tapestry of personal memories and reflections, charting the author's journey from a privileged yet isolated childhood in a grand but crumbling estate, through his education and early adulthood in the tumultuous interwar years. The narrative delves into his complex relationships with his family and peers, set against a backdrop of changing social mores and the decline of the British aristocracy. The book blends humor and poignancy to explore themes of identity, belonging, and transformation, ultimately questioning what it means to find oneself.
The 8750th Greatest Book of All Time
