Hugh Walpole - Fortitude: "Don't play for safety - it's the most dangerous thing in the world."

The narrative chronicles the life of Sir Hugh Seymour Walpole, detailing his early struggles with isolation and education in England after moving from New Zealand. It highlights his literary aspirations, beginning with his first published work while at Cambridge, and his rise as a notable novelist. The book also covers his wartime experiences as a Russian officer, earning him commendations, and his later success in Hollywood. Walpole's personal journey includes grappling with his identity and finding companionship with Harold Cheevers, ultimately leading to his untimely death in 1941.