Beginning with the events that inspired his classic novel, }Empire Of The Sun{, this autobiography recounts the experiences which have shaped his writing, while also providing a striking social analysis of a fragmented post-war Britain. Paperback edition of what will probably be Ballard's last book. 'Exquisitely written...a subtle, restlessly enquiring work of touching humanity... Ballard's crowning achievement' }Financial Times J. G. Ballard was, for over fifty years, one of this country's most significant writers. Beginning with the events that inspired his classic novel, ‘Empire of the Sun’, this revelatory autobiography charts the course of his astonishing life.
J. G. Ballard was, for over fifty years, one of this country's most significant writers. Beginning with the events that inspired his classic novel, ‘Empire of the Sun’, this revelatory autobiography charts the course of his astonishing life.
