Edward Carey
Edward Carey: A Life of Literary Pursuits
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Edward Carey is the full name of our subject, although he is sometimes referred to as E.D. Carey in certain contexts.
Birth and Death Dates
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Edward Carey was born on October 16, 1970, and is still active today.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Carey's nationality is British-American, reflecting his mixed heritage from the UK and the United States. His profession is multifaceted: he is a novelist, a children's book author, a playwright, and an actor.
Early Life and Background
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Growing up in Manchester, England, Carey developed a passion for storytelling at an early age. He was particularly drawn to the works of authors like Dickens and Shakespeare, which would later influence his writing style. After completing his education, Carey moved to New York City to pursue a career in acting.
Major Accomplishments
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Carey's breakthrough as a writer came with his novel "Observatory Mansions" (2001), a sweeping historical epic that explores the lives of 19th-century Parisian artists. The book garnered critical acclaim and cemented Carey's reputation as a rising talent in literary circles.
Notable Works or Actions
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Carey has since published several notable works, including:
"The Bookman's Tale: A Novel of Obsession and the Pursuit of Books" (2013), which delves into the world of rare books and their collectors.
"Little" (2018), a novel that reimagines the life of Franz Kafka, one of Carey's literary heroes.
These works demonstrate Carey's unique ability to blend historical research with imaginative storytelling.
Impact and Legacy
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Carey's writing often explores themes of art, literature, and identity, making him a beloved figure among readers who appreciate literary fiction. His influence can be seen in the work of younger writers who are drawn to his innovative approach to narrative.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Edward Carey is widely quoted or remembered for several reasons:
Innovative storytelling: His unique blend of historical research and imaginative narrative has captivated readers worldwide.
Passion for the arts: As a novelist, children's book author, playwright, and actor, Carey embodies the spirit of creative expression.
Carey continues to be an important voice in contemporary literature, inspiring readers with his vivid storytelling and thought-provoking ideas.
Quotes by Edward Carey
I collect the walks of my life. Some people have asked me if I have walked so very far to merit such an activity, but I say to them, it’s not about how far you have walked, but how thoroughly.
Adults, I understand, have many faults, they are not perfect – even though they have lived longer, even though they offer themselves as examples to children. They are larger, that is certain, and size has an unearned authority. But they are easily influenced, and they can be easily swayed.
Part of the joy of writing for kids is that you have to have a real adventure story. You can get really involved in the fantastic in a way that perhaps you can't so much in adult fiction.
I inhaled Dickens as a kid, and I've always been fascinated by the Victorians. So many ridiculous objects they had! They created things like mustache cups, so you wouldn't wet your mustache when you were drinking tea. And eyebrow combs. What's happened to all the eyebrow combs? Marvelous things.
I had a very happy childhood. But I was sent off to boarding school at quite a young age, this massive Victorian house that was suffocated in ivy. I think there is a part of that school in 'Heap House.'
Fairy tales, before they were sanitized, were very dark, and kids love that. 'Coraline' by Neil Gaiman feels like Beckett for kids. I think there's plenty of room for that. And I think there's a danger of being too patronizing to children, having things too sanitized.
An ideal reader is someone who doesn't know what on Earth you've been doing, who will look at it with absolute freshness and go, 'Oh, so that's what you've been up to.'
I was sent to Naval School when I was young, and it didn't do me any good in any other form, but it made me get up in the morning.
Every new writing project, every new artistic project, needs to be protected so it can grow on its own before it begins to creep out into the world.
«Ma come hai fatto capirlo, Clod?» si erano stupiti i miei parenti. «Come hai fatto a capire che la spilla da balia era lì?»«L’ho sentita gridare,» avevo risposto.