Easily read in one sitting, this is Alan Bennett at his best. Originally published in 1989 and later included in 'Writing Home' it has since been adapted as a stage play and recently come to a wider audience as a film, both starring Maggie Smith. It tells the true story of the eccentric 'Miss Shepherd' who lived in a van parked in Bennett's drive. Touching, sad, humorous and much more, I found the discoveries made after her death most revealing and poignant.
(Mary Standing - bwl 79 Winter 2016 ) |
