Wifedom

This book delves into the story of Eileen O’Shaughnessy, the wife of George Orwell, using newly discovered letters to recreate their marriage.

Eileen, a writer herself, significantly influenced Orwell’s work and saved his life with her practical common sense.

The book questions what it takes to be a writer and a wife, providing an intimate view of one of the most important literary marriages of the 20th century.

It speaks to both the past and the present, celebrating the unsung work of women everywhere.