To Bed at Noon : The Life and Art of Maurice Duggan

This volume examines the life and work of New Zealand author Maurice Duggan. His life was turbulent and difficult as he suffered from a "black Irish" personality, the lifelong trauma of an amputated leg, and battles with alcoholism, relationships and employment. This biography looks at the complexity of his life and offers a picture of literary life in New Zealand, and especially Auckland, in the 1950's and 1960's. This volume examines the life and work of New Zealand author Maurice Duggan. His life was turbulent and difficult as he suffered from a'black Irish'personality, the lifelong trauma of an amputated leg, and battles with alcoholism, troubled relationships and employment. This biography looks at the complexity of his life and offers a picture of literary life in New Zealand, and especially Auckland, in the 1950s and 1960s. Examines The Life And Work Of New Zealand Author Maurice Duggan. His Life Was Turbulent And Difficult As He Suffered From A Black Irish Personality, The Lifelong Trauma Of An Amputated Leg, And Battles With Alcoholism, Relationships And Employment. Ian Richards. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 414-423) And Index.