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Artist's Remote Life Inspires London Publisher
9 Apr
Summary
- Reclusive writer and artist lived in isolation on Exmoor.
- A London publisher developed a deep friendship with her.
- Her journals and striking artwork led to later celebrity.
A new biographical drama explores the life of Hope Bourne, a writer and artist who lived for decades in isolation on the remote moorlands of Exmoor.
Bourne maintained a fiercely independent existence, living without electricity and sustaining herself through hunting and farming.
Her intellectual and artistic talents were considerable, evidenced by striking drawings accompanying her journals.
A London publisher, Anthony Dent, became intrigued by her submissions, leading to visits and a developing friendship.
Over several years, their bond grew, challenging Dent's views on society and fulfillment.
Ultimately, the publication of Bourne's works led to her achieving celebrity status later in life. The drama features Eileen Atkins as Bourne and Alex Jennings as Dent.
