Sir Kingsley Amis, novelist, 1922 - 1995. Born at this address. Used Norbury as inspiration for his books.
Croydon's Heritage
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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Sir Kingsley Amis
Novelist and poet. Born Kingsley William Amis in Norbury. His many novels inc...
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Sir Kingsley Amis
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