Date of Birth: April 16, 1922
Zodiac Sign: Aries
Date of Death: October 22, 1995
Biography
Sir Kingsley William Amis was an influential British novelist, poet, critic, and teacher, best known for his satirical and humorous writing. Born in London, England, Amis attended the City of London School and later St John’s College, Oxford, where he read English. He served briefly in the Royal Corps of Signals during World War II. Amis’s literary career took off with the publication of his first novel, “Lucky Jim” in 1954. The book was a commercial success and established his reputation as a leading figure in the movement of “Angry Young Men” writers. Amis continued to write prolifically, producing over 20 novels, including “Take a Girl Like You” (1960) and “The Old Devils” (1986), the latter of which won the Booker Prize. In addition to novels, he wrote poetry, essays, and criticism, contributing significantly to 20th-century English literature. He was knighted in 1990 for his services to literature.
5 Interesting Facts about Kingsley Amis
1. Kingsley Amis won the Booker Prize in 1986 for his novel “The Old Devils.”
2. He was knighted in 1990 for his contributions to literature.
3. Amis was known for his wit and humor, often incorporating satirical elements into his works.
4. He was a member of the British Army during World War II, serving in the Royal Corps of Signals.
5. His first novel, “Lucky Jim,” remains one of his most celebrated works and is considered a classic of post-war British literature.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Kingsley Amis
1. “If you can’t annoy somebody, there’s little point in writing.”
2. “It is no wonder that people are so horrible when they start their life as children.”
3. “The rewards for being sane may not be very many, but knowing what’s funny is one of them.”
4. “Sex is a momentary itch, love never lets you go.”
5. “It is natural and inevitable to be a snob, but it is a mistake to be one all the time.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Kingsley Amis’s net worth was estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
Kingsley Amis had three children: 1. Philip Amis 2. Martin Amis (who also became a renowned novelist) 3. Sally Amis
Relevant Links
1. [Biography – Kingsley Amis](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kingsley_Amis
2. [Kingsley Amis – The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/books/kingsleyamis
4. [Kingsley Amis Quotes – Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/author/quotes/19725.Kingsley_Amis
5. [Kingsley Amis’s Works – Open Library](https://openlibrary.org/authors/OL24807A/Kingsley_Amis
