Description
Discover the enchanting world of literature with *A Reader's Book of Days: True Tales From The Lives and Works of Writers For Every Day*. This captivating book invites readers to embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of literary history, showcasing the extraordinary lives of beloved authors. Compiled by book connoisseur Tom Nissley, this collection weaves together epiphanies, embarrassments, and remarkable achievements of writers that have shaped our understanding of literature. Each day of the year comes alive with fascinating original accounts and significant events—from Marcel Proust's introspection in *In Search of Lost Time* to Joseph Conrad's defense of the Titanic crew. But it doesn't stop there! This unique book also highlights fictional occurrences, like the birth of Draco Malfoy in *Harry Potter* and the unforgettable prom sequence in Stephen King’s *Carrie*. Each page serves not only as a daily reading delight but also as an inspiring reminder of the power of storytelling. With its 464 pages of literary gold, *A Reader's Book of Days* is the perfect gift for bibliophiles and aspiring writers alike. Dive into this year-round exploration of the literary art form and enhance your appreciation for the written word. Plus, shipping is free on this stunning brand-new edition! Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Remember, once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393351699
Year: 2015
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 464
Description:
Book connoisseur Tom Nissley has combed literary history to capture the stories that make writers' lives perennially fascinating: their epiphanies, embarrassments and achievements. Each handsome page in A Reader's Book of Days is devoted to a day of the year, featuring original accounts of events in the lives of great writers (Proust starting In Search of Lost Time, Conrad defending the crew of the Titanic) and fictional events that took place within beloved books (the birth of Harry Potter's enemy Draco Malfoy, the blood-soaked prom in Stephen King's Carrie).
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393351699
Year: 2015
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 464
Description:
Book connoisseur Tom Nissley has combed literary history to capture the stories that make writers' lives perennially fascinating: their epiphanies, embarrassments and achievements. Each handsome page in A Reader's Book of Days is devoted to a day of the year, featuring original accounts of events in the lives of great writers (Proust starting In Search of Lost Time, Conrad defending the crew of the Titanic) and fictional events that took place within beloved books (the birth of Harry Potter's enemy Draco Malfoy, the blood-soaked prom in Stephen King's Carrie).