Book Now 2007: 1 to 2 November
Saturday 1 November
Alison Weir 'The Lady Elizabeth'
When Alison Weir, one of our most popular historians, published her first novel, Innocent Traitor, it went straight to the bestseller lists. For her second novel, Alison goes to the heart of Tudor England and tells the story of Elizabeth before she became queen, a story of suspense, tragedy and intrigue.
Marble Hill House, 3.00pm, £8 (£7 concessions).
Sunday 2 November
Elizabeth Jane Howard 'Love All'
Elizabeth Jane Howard, the acclaimed author of various modern classics including her four-volume Cazalet Chronicles, will talk about her latest novel Love All, which examines love (and the lack of it) through a group of people running an arts festival. She will also talk about her previous work, including her memoir, Slipstream. Chaired by Kirsty Lang of Radio 4’s Front Row.
The Coach house at Orleans House Gallery, 2.15pm £8 (£7 concessions).
Sunday 2 November
Virago Modern Classics 30th Anniversary
Virago was set up to publish books that celebrated women, and the Modern Classics list gave voice to generations of novelists who might have been forgotten.
Three decades later, with the publication of a series of specially designed editions, Virago editor, Donna Coonan, will be joined by novelists Elizabeth Jane Howard and Philip Hensher to discuss their enduring appeal. Chaired by biographer Anne Sebba.
The Coach house at Orleans House Gallery, 4.00pm, £8 (£7 concessions).