1937 Diary

Cover 1937 Diary

Cover 1937 Diary

Another detailed diary of Powell’s life, friends, and observed behavior. Powell working on “The Happy Island” with the help of generous doses of Dexedrine.

1937 Diary excerpt A P01 25

1937 Diary excerpt A P01 25

Powell was never a better critic than when she was casually discussing other writers in her diary.

1937 Diary excerpt B P01 26

1937 Diary excerpt B P01 26

Powell is plotting “The Happy Island” in this previously unpublished diary entry.