Angus Wilson
Angus Wilson
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Angus Frank Johnstone Wilson was a British novelist, playwright, and short story writer, commonly known for his contributions to 20th-century English literature.
Birth and Death Dates
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Wilson was born on November 8, 1913, in Cairo, Egypt, and passed away on June 22, 1991, in London, England.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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As a British national, Wilson's professional life revolved around literature. He worked as a novelist, playwright, and short story writer, earning recognition for his insightful and thought-provoking works.
Early Life and Background
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Wilson spent his early years in Cairo, where his father served as an officer in the British Army. The family relocated to England when Wilson was eight years old. He developed an interest in literature during his teenage years and went on to study at Oxford University, where he earned a scholarship. Wilson's experiences during World War II significantly influenced his writing style and themes.
Major Accomplishments
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Throughout his career, Wilson achieved numerous accolades for his contributions to English literature. Some of his notable accomplishments include:
Man Booker Prize: Wilson was awarded the prestigious Man Booker Prize in 1970 for his novel "The Strange Ride of Felix Fawkes".
W.H. Smith Literary Award: He received the W.H. Smith Literary Award in 1979 for his novel "Setting the World on Fire".
Notable Works or Actions
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Wilson's notable works demonstrate his versatility as a writer, covering various genres and themes:
Novels:
"The Old Men at the Pond" (1961)
"Aspects of Love" (1979) - This novel was adapted into a successful musical.
"The Wrong Set" (1934) - Wilson's first novel, which showcases his early writing style.
Short Story Collections:
"Hemlock and After" (1945)
* "The Stranger" (1949)
Impact and Legacy
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Angus Wilson's impact on English literature is undeniable. His works continue to be widely read and studied, offering insights into human relationships, social issues, and the complexities of life. The depth and nuance in his writing have made him a respected figure in literary circles.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Angus Wilson's contributions to English literature ensure that his name remains synonymous with insightful storytelling. His commitment to exploring complex themes through engaging narratives continues to inspire readers and writers alike.
Quotes by Angus Wilson
The opportunities for heroism are limited in this kind of world: the most people can do is sometimes not to be as weak as they’ve been at other times.
All fiction for me is a kind of magic and trickery, a confidence trick, trying to make people believe something is true that isn’t.
Envy is impotent, numbed with fear, never ceasing in its appetite, and it knows no gratification, but endless self-torment. It has the ugliness of a trapped rat, which gnaws its own foot in an effort to escape.
Envy has the ugliness of a trapped rat that has gnawed its own foot in its effort to escape.
The novelist must be his own most harsh critic and also his own most loving admirer and about both he must say nothing.
The opportunities for heroism are limited in this kind of world: the most people can do is sometimes not to be as weak as they've been at other times.
All the seven deadly sins are self destroying, morbid appetites, but in their early stages at least, lust and gluttony, averice and sloth know some gratification, while anger and pride have power, even though that power eventually destroys itself. Envy is impotent, numbed with fear, never ceasing in its appetite, and it knows no gratification, but endless self torment. It has the ugliness of a trapped rat, which gnaws its own foot in an effort to escape.
People are able to live with only half a heart, to live without real compassion, because they are able to use words that are only forms.
