Rosamunde Pilcher
Rosamunde Pilcher
Full Name and Common Aliases
Rosamunde Pilcher was born on September 11, 1912, in Lelant, Cornwall, England. She is commonly known by her pen name, Rosamunde Pilcher.
Birth and Death Dates
Born: September 11, 1912
Died: March 16, 2019 (at the age of 106)
Nationality and Profession(s)
Nationality: British
Profession: Novelist, Short Story Writer, Playwright
Early Life and Background
Rosamunde Pilcher was born in Cornwall, England, to a family that valued literature and the arts. Her father, William Pilcher, was a solicitor, and her mother, Ellen (née Gurney), was a pianist and composer. The family's love of music and writing would later influence Rosamunde's own creative pursuits.
As a child, Rosamunde developed a passion for storytelling, often making up tales to entertain her siblings. This early interest in narrative would eventually lead her to pursue a career as a writer. In 1934, she married Gerald Galsworthy, with whom she had two sons. The marriage ended in divorce, but it was during this time that Rosamunde began writing seriously.
Major Accomplishments
Published her first novel, _The Years Back_, in 1944
Wrote over 50 novels and short story collections, many of which became bestsellers
Translated several books from German into English
Won the 1987 Yorkshire Television Award for Best Novel
Honored with the 2010 Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to literatureNotable Works or Actions
Some of Rosamunde's most notable works include:
_The Shell Seekers_ (1988), a novel that explores themes of family, love, and identity
_September_ (1979), a coming-of-age story about a young woman's journey towards self-discovery
_The Voice at the End of the Line_ (1995), a collection of short stories that explore human relationships
Throughout her career, Rosamunde was known for her engaging storytelling style and her ability to craft relatable characters. Her writing often explored themes of love, family, and social class, resonating with readers worldwide.
Impact and Legacy
Rosamunde Pilcher's contributions to literature are immeasurable. Her stories have been translated into over 30 languages, reaching millions of readers worldwide. Her impact on the literary world extends beyond her own writing; she paved the way for future generations of women writers in England.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Rosamunde Pilcher's enduring popularity stems from several factors:
Accessible storytelling: Her writing is characterized by its clarity, warmth, and engaging narrative style.
Relatable characters: Rosamunde's characters are often ordinary people navigating extraordinary circumstances, making them easy to identify with.
* Exploration of human themes: Her stories delve into universal experiences such as love, family, and social class, providing readers with a deeper understanding of themselves and the world around them.
As one of the most beloved British novelists of her generation, Rosamunde Pilcher's legacy continues to inspire writers and readers alike.
Quotes by Rosamunde Pilcher
Yes, she was lovely. But more than that, she was warm and funny and loving. Hot-tempered one moment, and laughing the next. And she could make a home anywhere. She carried a sort of security about with her. I can’t think of a single person who didn’t love her. I still think about her every day of my life. Sometimes she seems very dead. And other times, I can’t believe that she isn’t somewhere in the house and that a door won’t open and she’ll be there.
As for God, I frankly admit that I find it easier to live with the ageold questions about suffering than with many of the easy or pious explanations offered from time to time. Some of which seem to verge on blasphemy.
Being financially secure is truly a life-enhancer; it sweetly oils the wheels of life. But remember: to talk of money, the excess of it or the lack of it, is vulgar to the extreme. One either boasts or whines, and neither makes for good conversation.
He thought back over the extraordinarily coincidental chain of events that had brought him here, at this particular time, and then left him marooned, so that he had no choice but to stay. With hindsight, it seemed as though it had all been carefully mapped out by fate.
I know we didn’t have very long together, but what we did have was special. Not many people achieve such happiness, even for a year or two.
Life, for both of us, can never be the same as it was, but it can be different; and you have proved to me that it can be good.
He’s threatening to breed polo ponies, but he’s always been a man of great ideas, but little action, so I don’t suppose he will.
