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Immerse yourself in the captivating narrative of 'Don't I Know You?', a brilliant novel-in-stories by Marni Jackson that redefines celebrity encounters. Follow the extraordinary journey of Rose McEwan, an ordinary woman whose life intertwines with iconic figures such as Meryl Streep, Neil Young, and Taylor Swift. This 256-page book published by Flatiron Books in 2017 delves into relatable themes of love, loss, and the essence of fame. Experience Rose’s life moments—from a transformative summer writing course with a young John Updike to poignant heartbreaks witnessed by Joni Mitchell. Each chapter elegantly reveals how an average life can mirror the glamour often reserved for the rich and famous. With sharp wit and keen insight, Jackson critiques our obsession with celebrity, illustrating that the mundane can be as enthralling as any celebrity tell-all. Ideal for readers who enjoy stories that blend humor and heart, this book is a perfect addition to your collection. Whether you're a fan of literary fiction or intrigued by celebrity culture, 'Don't I Know You?' offers a fresh perspective that resonates. Don't miss your chance to uncover how ordinary lives can spark extraordinary stories. 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: 9781250089809.
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: 9781250089809
Year: 2017
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Pages: 256
Description:
What if some of the artists we feel as if we know - Meryl Streep, Neil Young, Bill Murray - turned up in the course of our daily lives?
This is what happens to Rose McEwan, an ordinary woman who keeps having strange encounters with famous people. In this engrossing, original novel-in-stories, we follow her life from age 17, when she takes a summer writing course led by a young John Updike, through her first heartbreak (witnessed by Joni Mitchell) on the island of Crete, through her marriage, divorce, and a canoe trip with Taylor Swift, Leonard Cohen and Karl Ove Knausgaard. (Yes, read on.)
With wit and insight, Marni Jackson takes a world obsessed with celebrity and turns it on its head. She shows us how fame is just another form of fiction, and how, in the end, the daily dramas of an ordinary woman's life can be as captivating and poignant as any luminary tell-all.
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: 9781250089809
Year: 2017
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Pages: 256
Description:
What if some of the artists we feel as if we know - Meryl Streep, Neil Young, Bill Murray - turned up in the course of our daily lives?
This is what happens to Rose McEwan, an ordinary woman who keeps having strange encounters with famous people. In this engrossing, original novel-in-stories, we follow her life from age 17, when she takes a summer writing course led by a young John Updike, through her first heartbreak (witnessed by Joni Mitchell) on the island of Crete, through her marriage, divorce, and a canoe trip with Taylor Swift, Leonard Cohen and Karl Ove Knausgaard. (Yes, read on.)
With wit and insight, Marni Jackson takes a world obsessed with celebrity and turns it on its head. She shows us how fame is just another form of fiction, and how, in the end, the daily dramas of an ordinary woman's life can be as captivating and poignant as any luminary tell-all.