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Discover the profound narrative of 'Tell Me How Long the Train's Been Gone' by the legendary author James Baldwin. This literary masterpiece delves deep into themes of love, loss, and identity, and is a must-have for any literature enthusiast. In this compelling fourth novel, Baldwin artfully recounts the life of Leo Proudhammer, a black actor facing the dual forces of fame and vulnerability. As Leo endures a life-threatening heart attack at the peak of his theatrical career, the story unfolds between his turbulent childhood in Harlem and his rise in the high-stakes world of theatre. With 384 pages of rich prose from the year 2018, this B-format paperback published by Penguin UK captures the raw emotions of the era. Readers will find Baldwin's reflections on race, desire, and personal struggle is more relevant today than ever before. Immerse yourself in Leo's journey through societal challenges, emotional turmoil, and the quest for self-identity. Perfect for book clubs and individual readers alike, 'Tell Me How Long the Train's Been Gone' invites you to confront the complexities of love and belonging. Don't miss your chance to explore one of Baldwin's most striking characters in this essential work of American literature. Order now and experience this poignant exploration of the human spirit. Fast shipping available to ensure you receive your brand-new copy promptly!
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241342039
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 384
Description:
Baldwin's fourth novel recounts a lifetime of grappling with love, loss and identity
'Everyone wishes to be loved, but in the event, nearly no one can bear it'
At the height of his theatrical career, the actor Leo Proudhammer is nearly felled by a heart attack. As he hovers between life and death, we see the choices that have made him enviably famous and terrifyingly vulnerable. For between Leo's childhood on the streets of Harlem and his arrival into the world of the theatre lies a wilderness of desire and loss, shame and rage. And everywhere there is the anguish of being black in a society that seems poised on the brink of racial war. In this tender, angry 1968 novel, James Baldwin created one of his most striking characters- a man struggling to become himself.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241342039
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 384
Description:
Baldwin's fourth novel recounts a lifetime of grappling with love, loss and identity
'Everyone wishes to be loved, but in the event, nearly no one can bear it'
At the height of his theatrical career, the actor Leo Proudhammer is nearly felled by a heart attack. As he hovers between life and death, we see the choices that have made him enviably famous and terrifyingly vulnerable. For between Leo's childhood on the streets of Harlem and his arrival into the world of the theatre lies a wilderness of desire and loss, shame and rage. And everywhere there is the anguish of being black in a society that seems poised on the brink of racial war. In this tender, angry 1968 novel, James Baldwin created one of his most striking characters- a man struggling to become himself.