Rupert Brooke - Life, Death and Myth

In this revised edition of Nigel Jones's biography, the complex reality of Rupert Brooke is unveiled, contrasting sharply with his golden-boy image as an English literary icon. Known for his youthful beauty and poetic talent, Brooke's life was marked by personal turmoil, including a mental and physical collapse triggered by romantic disappointments. Through revealing letters and accounts of previously unknown affairs, Jones presents a multifaceted portrait of a man who struggled with issues of bisexuality, misogyny, and anti-Semitism, ultimately offering a deeper understanding of Brooke beyond the myth.