Nancy Mitford
Nancy Mitford was an English novelist and biographer, regarded as one of the 'bright young things' on the London social scene in the inter-war period.
Novelist
November 28, 1904
Sagittarius
June 30, 1973
68
London, England
Nancy Mitford, a renowned British author, gained recognition for her witty and satirical portrayal of high society in her novels, biographies, and essays. Among her most celebrated works are “The Pursuit of Love” and “Love in a Cold Climate,” which provide humorous and insightful glimpses into the lives of the British aristocracy. Other significant works by Mitford include “The Blessing,” “Don’t Tell Alfred,” and “Voltaire in Love.” During World War II, she played a role in the French Resistance and was awarded the Croix de Guerre for her contributions. Mitford’s writing is still admired today for its humor and astute social observations. As one of the “bright young things” in London’s social scene during the inter-war years, she was a prominent figure in English society.