PRITCHETT, V.S. Midnight Oil New York: Random House, (1972). Price: $20.00 Hardcover. First American edition. Spine and edges of the boards faded, else near fine in near fine, lightly soiled dustwrapper. Item #42768 Add to Cart Ask a Question item image V.S. Pritchett birth name: Victor Sawdon Pritchett born: 12/16/1900 died: 3/20/1997 View Reference Info Biography British author V.S. Pritchett, known for his short story collections including You Make Your Own Life, Blind Love, and A Careless Widow, died in London at age 96.more