Talk: The London Library with Frances Wilson & Chris Power

It was such a treat to attend the London Library’s 8th October event: an interview with critic, journalist and non-fiction author, Frances Wilson, hosted by author Chris Power, talking about Frances’s brilliant new book ELECTRIC SPARK: THE ENIGMA OF MURIEL SPARK (Bloomsbury, £25). Frances truly brought to life the multiplicity of Muriel Spark’s genius, so much so that I was inspired to purchase the book at the event. I have read it, and loved it! I first read Muriel Spark’s classic novel THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE as a teenager, and I have since returned to it, reading from an adult’s perspective. From Wilson’s new book, I have learned so much more about Muriel Spark, the author and the woman, in particular gaining insights into her writing craft, and her slow, steady rise to literary fame.

Authors Frances Wilson and Chris Power at the London Library event, discussing Wilson’s book: ELECTRIC SPARK: THE ENIGMA OF MURIEL SPARK