From Journey’s End to The Dam Busters: The Life of R.C. Sherriff, Playwright of the Trenches

Surrey author R.C. Sherriff came to fame with his World War 1 drama Journeys End, which was based on his experiences as an officer on the Western Front. Its success opened the door to a career as a novelist, playwright, and screenwriter in Hollywood and Britain. Many of his movies, including The Dam Busters and Goodbye Mr Chips, are well known to this day although much less is known about the man behind them. This book rediscovers Sheriff from his letters, diaries, and manuscripts.

Hardcover: 388 Pages

Language: English

Format: Kindle Edition & Hardcover

4.5/5
“A fascinating look at the life of an important literary figure.”

 

Author Roland Wales (front row white shirt) and the cast of the Mesh Theatre with their production of Journey’s End Ypres, France October 2017.

 

 

 

 

 

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