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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781781258682
Year: 2017
Publisher: Profile Books
Pages: 320
Discover the transformative memoir *Before Night Falls* by Reinaldo Arenas, a powerful narrative that vividly illustrates the struggle for sexual, political, and artistic freedom. This compelling book takes readers on a gripping journey from Arenas' impoverished childhood in rural Cuba to his eventual exile in New York.
In *Before Night Falls*, Arenas shares his remarkable life story as a young rebel who fervently supported the Cuban Revolution. However, as he witnessed the oppressive regime's betrayal, his ideals faced harsh realities, leading to his imprisonment, torture, and ultimate defiance against tyranny. This memoir captures the essence of bravery as Arenas refuses to let persecution stifle his voice. It serves not only as a personal testament but also as a broader commentary on the fight for freedom of expression.
The memoir has gained renewed attention with its adaptation into a feature film starring Javier Bardem and Johnny Depp, showcasing the indomitable spirit of creativity and resilience. *Before Night Falls* is essential reading for anyone interested in political memoirs, LGBTQ literature, and stories of survival in the face of oppression.
Order your brand new copy today and dive into this stunning narrative that resonates with the themes of identity and resistance.
Delivery Information: Fast shipping across New Zealand is available. Enjoy prompt delivery to your doorstep, ensuring you can start your reading journey without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781781258682
Year: 2017
Publisher: Profile Books
Pages: 320
Description:
This poignant and shocking memoir by the Cuban writer Reinaldo Arenas is a book about sexual, political and artistic freedom.
In Before Night Falls, Arenas recounts his journey from a poverty-stricken childhood in rural Cuba to his death in New York four decades later. He tells of his odyssey from young rebel fighting for the Revolution, through his suppression as a writer, his disillusionment with Castro, his imprisonment and torture, to his eventual flight from Cuba.
Now a feature film starring Javier Bardem and Johnny Depp, Before Night Falls is a stunning testament to an individual's urge to create against all odds.
ISBN: 9781781258682
Year: 2017
Publisher: Profile Books
Pages: 320
Discover the transformative memoir *Before Night Falls* by Reinaldo Arenas, a powerful narrative that vividly illustrates the struggle for sexual, political, and artistic freedom. This compelling book takes readers on a gripping journey from Arenas' impoverished childhood in rural Cuba to his eventual exile in New York.
In *Before Night Falls*, Arenas shares his remarkable life story as a young rebel who fervently supported the Cuban Revolution. However, as he witnessed the oppressive regime's betrayal, his ideals faced harsh realities, leading to his imprisonment, torture, and ultimate defiance against tyranny. This memoir captures the essence of bravery as Arenas refuses to let persecution stifle his voice. It serves not only as a personal testament but also as a broader commentary on the fight for freedom of expression.
The memoir has gained renewed attention with its adaptation into a feature film starring Javier Bardem and Johnny Depp, showcasing the indomitable spirit of creativity and resilience. *Before Night Falls* is essential reading for anyone interested in political memoirs, LGBTQ literature, and stories of survival in the face of oppression.
Order your brand new copy today and dive into this stunning narrative that resonates with the themes of identity and resistance.
Delivery Information: Fast shipping across New Zealand is available. Enjoy prompt delivery to your doorstep, ensuring you can start your reading journey without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781781258682
Year: 2017
Publisher: Profile Books
Pages: 320
Description:
This poignant and shocking memoir by the Cuban writer Reinaldo Arenas is a book about sexual, political and artistic freedom.
In Before Night Falls, Arenas recounts his journey from a poverty-stricken childhood in rural Cuba to his death in New York four decades later. He tells of his odyssey from young rebel fighting for the Revolution, through his suppression as a writer, his disillusionment with Castro, his imprisonment and torture, to his eventual flight from Cuba.
Now a feature film starring Javier Bardem and Johnny Depp, Before Night Falls is a stunning testament to an individual's urge to create against all odds.