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Plaque

Sir Kingsley Amis

Inscription

Sir Kingsley Amis, novelist, 1922 - 1995. Born at this address. Used Norbury as inspiration for his books.
Croydon's Heritage

Site: Sir Kingsley Amis (1 memorial)

CR7, Buckingham Gardens, 16

Amis's birthplace is disputed - see his page for the details.

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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Novelist and poet. Born Kingsley William Amis in Norbury. His many novels inc...

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