THE HISTORY OF ROSEWOOD HOUSE

11 When the writer Sebastian George first saw Rosewood House, he
felt it was too expensive for him.thought he might rent it.was unsure whether to buy it.

12 Before buying the house, George had
suffered a serious illness.experienced severe family problems.struggled to become a successful author.

13 According to the speaker, George viewed Rosewood House as
a rich source of material for his books.a typical building of the region.a way to escape from his work.