{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/688797ce2a38d6f5cb809827/699d9a0f3a5156c5d2fa69b4?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Ep.23: FRANCIS SPUFFORD","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/688797ce2a38d6f5cb809827/1771935194579-54bdfc1e-8059-4f75-bfb5-bb9a66a0413e.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p><br></p><p><br></p><p>In this in-depth interview with host Elena Lappin, novelist and non-fiction writer Francis Spufford discusses his latest novel NONESUCH, set during the London Blitz, blending historical detail with supernatural elements. He explores London's layered history, character development, and the interplay of fact and fiction, offering insights into his creative process and thematic interests.</p><p><br></p><p>Keywords</p><p><br></p><p>Francis Spufford, Nonesuch, London Blitz, historical fiction, literary fiction, supernatural, city as character, novel writing, creative process, WWII London, fantasy in fiction, fascism, the occult, angels, bombing, war, family, love, early technology</p><p><br></p><p>Key&nbsp;topics</p><p><br></p><p>Blitz era London and its supernatural reinterpretation</p><p>London as a character in fiction</p><p>Historical layers of London and their influence on storytelling</p><p><br></p><p>Guest&nbsp;name</p><p><br></p><p>Francis Spufford, Novelist</p><p>NONESUCH is published by Faber</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;sound bites</p><p><br></p><p>\"Play is very serious for a maker.\"</p><p>\"London is a character in this novel.\"</p><p>\"The Blitz is London's epic moment.\"</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction and author background</p><p>01:08 Setting the scene: London during the Blitz</p><p>04:37 London's layered history and fictional streets</p><p>09:40 The supernatural elements and historical occultism</p><p>14:34 The role of London as a character in the novel</p><p>19:30 Character development: Iris and her world</p><p>23:12 Themes of darkness, evil, and supernatural forces</p><p>27:21 Historical influences and literary inspirations</p><p>36:47 Transition from nonfiction to fiction writing</p><p>41:24 Playfulness and imagination in Spufford's writing</p><p>44:34 The challenge of channeling C.S. Lewis</p><p>50:24 Belief, faith, and the supernatural in storytelling</p><p>53:46 Why Francis Spufford writes: storytelling as understanding</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;resources</p><p><br></p><p>None Such by Francis Spufford - https://www.faber.co.uk/9780571366074-none-such.html</p><p>Francis Spufford's Official Website - https://francisspufford.com</p><p>London Blitz History - https://www.bbc.co.uk/history/worldwars/wwtwo/blitz_01.shtml</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;guest links</p><p><br></p><p>Twitter - https://twitter.com/FrancisBufford</p><p>Website - https://francisspufford.com</p>","author_name":"Elena Lappin"}