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Iris Murdoch was an Irish-born British writer and philosopher. In addition to her philosophical works, Murdoch published several novels which explored morality and sexuality. In 1995 Murdoch was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. She died, aged 79, in 1999.
Some of her more well-known books are The Black Prince and The Sea, the Sea. She was portrayed by Kate Winslet and Judi Dench in the film, Iris.
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- Born: July 15, 1919 http://www.aesthetics-online.org/memoria...
- Birth place: Dublin, Ireland http://www.aesthetics-online.org/memoria...
- Genre(s): Fiction, philosophy http://www.aesthetics-online.org/memoria...
- Awards: Booker Prize, James Tait Black Memorial Prize, Whitbread Literary Award for Fiction http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iris_Murdoc...
- Alma mater: Somerville College, Oxford and Newnham College, Cambridge http://www.aesthetics-online.org/memoria...
- Debut: Under the Net http://www.aesthetics-online.org/memoria...
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YouTube - Iris Murdoch on Philosophy and Literature: Section 1
The areas in which philosophy and literature overlap are examined in this program by renowned Oxford novelist Iris Murdoch. Style and structure in philosophi...youtube.com -
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Nature will soothe away selfish cares
When I read Iris Murdoch's experience of seeing a kestrel, something lights up within me and draws me towards a more reflective way of living. ...Weekend Post (November 14, 2009) -
25 Most Stylish Bostonians of 2009 -- João Ribas
There's an Iris Murdoch quote: “Between saying and doing, many a pair of shoes is worn out. I have to constantly replace shoes to compensate for the ...Boston Globe (November 04, 2009) -
Fundraising in memory of Iris
By Andrew Ffrench » A MEMORIAL concert will raise funds for the Oxford Alzheimer's home where novelist Iris Murdoch died 10 years ago. ...Oxford Mail (November 05, 2009) -
Guardian first book award
I became aware of the disease when I read John Bayley's memoir of Iris Murdoch. It took root in my mind, and then years later I decided I wanted to write ...guardian.co.uk (October 30, 2009)
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@jellajello been meaning to check that out. iris murdoch is untouchable
@crocodilelogic | November 15, 2009 04:33 PM -
RT: @ZnaTrainer We can only learn to love by loving. Iris Murdoch
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RT @Quotationer: Iris Murdoch: We can only learn to love by loving.
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@JuJuJulesJules Oh No! Still, Iris Murdoch did do rather well. Give the gal a laptop and she can start work on all our existential dread
@CarlRMay | November 15, 2009 11:56 AM
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Iris Murdoch – The Sandcastle « Incurable Logophilia
I love Iris Murdoch, but never thought to compare her to Gordimer. That's interesting… Try The Bell, which is an early one, and The Book and the Brotherhood, which may be her best (but I've not read them all. Yet ;) ) ...incurablelogophilia.wordpress.com (November 02, 2009) -
My Porch: Book Review: Iris Murdoch: As I Knew Her
What little I know now I picked up by reading his personal reflection of Iris Murdoch. Early on I took a dislike for Wilson. I am not sure what it was, but there was something about his attitude that annoyed me enough that I had bit of ...myporchblog.blogspot.com (November 03, 2009) -
The Millions: Modern Library Revue: #95 Under the Net
There are so many Iris Murdoch novels, in so many printings; they are a fixture in secondhand book shops. When I realized that this one, her first, was on the Modern Library list, I thought I was bound to come across it before too long. ...themillions.com -
RADICAL CRITICAL EXPLORATION BANG BANG BANG BANG BANG
We are moved towards what is good by the faint memory of these forms, simple and calm and blessed which we saw once in a pure clear light form, being pure ourselves” Iris Murdoch BANG!! Counterattack as author's memoirs speak ill of ...thefalconandthefirefly.blogspot.com (November 11, 2009)
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View All Iris Murdoch Questions (10) | Ask a QuestionShould President Obama be killed following a hate campaign of Murdoch media monoply, would that be treason? (3 Answers)Treason is one of the only crimes explicitly spelled out in the Constitution. It involves specifically involving yourself in acts of war against the United States or providing aid and ... read moreWhat do you think of Rupert Murdoch's comments about NewsCorp blocking Google search's access to their content? (15 Answers)I think if Murdoch were serious about it, then it honestly would have been taken care of by the end of that interview. It's very little coding to alter how ... read moreWhere can I buy seeds online for the pictured flower, a Blue Flag Iris? (3 Answers)Found a couple links for you. Prairie Moon Nursery http://www.prairiemoon.com/ Also, a blog that talks about the irises and gives you some more pictures of them. http://milkingweeds.blogspot.com/2008/05/irises-and-lilies.html http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_qMRiA9tNGUE/SCsbUguc-5I/AAAAAAAAAEU/-vaD8nar-No/s320/irises+and+lilies013.JPG In this ... read moreHow do I repair the foot control of a Husqvarna Viking Iris sewing machine? Any ideas? (2 Answers)take it to a professional. read more
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