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Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781524744601
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Pages: 400
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Step into the vibrant world of 1950s New York with 'The Chelsea Girls', a captivating tale that intertwines the bright lights of the theater district with the alluring yet perilous atmosphere of the iconic Chelsea Hotel. This dazzling novel, crafted by the national bestselling author known for her previous hits like 'The Dollhouse' and 'The Address', spans two decades of friendship between playwright Hazel Riley and actress Maxine Mead, revealing how their lives become irrevocably intertwined amid a backdrop of artistry, ambition, and adversity.
As they navigate the glamorous yet treacherous landscape of Broadway, Hazel and Maxine face an unexpected challenge: the political turmoil ignited by a Red Scare sweeping across America. With Senator Joseph McCarthy spearheading a fierce witch hunt for alleged communists, the pair must confront the harsh reality that their dreams may collide with the threats posed to their careers, friendship, and very freedom.
'The Chelsea Girls' is not just a story of friendship; it’s a poignant exploration of resilience and creativity during a time of oppression and fear. This richly detailed narrative paints a vivid picture of a pivotal era in American history and the cost of pursuing one’s passion.
Delivery information: Enjoy fast, reliable shipping across New Zealand, ensuring that your new favorite read arrives at your doorstep swiftly so you can dive into the story without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781524744601
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Pages: 400
Description:
The bright lights of the theater district, the glamour and danger of 1950s New York, and the wild scene at the iconic Chelsea Hotel come together in a dazzling new novel about a twenty-year friendship that will irrevocably change two women's lives-from the national bestselling author of The Dollhouse and The Address.
The bright lights of the theater district, the glamour and danger of 1950s New York, and the wild scene at the iconic Chelsea Hotel come together in a dazzling new novel about a twenty-year friendship that will irrevocably change two women's lives-from the New York Times bestselling author ofThe Lions of Fifth Avenue.
From the dramatic redbrick facade to the sweeping staircase dripping with art, the Chelsea Hotel has long been New York City's creative oasis for the many artists, writers, musicians, actors, filmmakers, and poets who have called it home-a scene playwright Hazel Riley and actress Maxine Mead are determined to use to their advantage. Yet they soon discover that the greatest obstacle to putting up a show on Broadway has nothing to do with their art, and everything to do with politics. A Red Scare is sweeping across America, and Senator Joseph McCarthy has started a witch hunt for communists, with those in the entertainment industry in the crosshairs. As the pressure builds to name names, it is more than Hazel and Maxine's Broadway dreams that may suffer as they grapple with the terrible consequences, but also their livelihood, their friendship, and even their freedom.
Spanning from the 1940s to the 1960s, The Chelsea Girls deft
ISBN: 9781524744601
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Pages: 400
Description:
Step into the vibrant world of 1950s New York with 'The Chelsea Girls', a captivating tale that intertwines the bright lights of the theater district with the alluring yet perilous atmosphere of the iconic Chelsea Hotel. This dazzling novel, crafted by the national bestselling author known for her previous hits like 'The Dollhouse' and 'The Address', spans two decades of friendship between playwright Hazel Riley and actress Maxine Mead, revealing how their lives become irrevocably intertwined amid a backdrop of artistry, ambition, and adversity.
As they navigate the glamorous yet treacherous landscape of Broadway, Hazel and Maxine face an unexpected challenge: the political turmoil ignited by a Red Scare sweeping across America. With Senator Joseph McCarthy spearheading a fierce witch hunt for alleged communists, the pair must confront the harsh reality that their dreams may collide with the threats posed to their careers, friendship, and very freedom.
'The Chelsea Girls' is not just a story of friendship; it’s a poignant exploration of resilience and creativity during a time of oppression and fear. This richly detailed narrative paints a vivid picture of a pivotal era in American history and the cost of pursuing one’s passion.
Delivery information: Enjoy fast, reliable shipping across New Zealand, ensuring that your new favorite read arrives at your doorstep swiftly so you can dive into the story without delay.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781524744601
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2021
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Pages: 400
Description:
The bright lights of the theater district, the glamour and danger of 1950s New York, and the wild scene at the iconic Chelsea Hotel come together in a dazzling new novel about a twenty-year friendship that will irrevocably change two women's lives-from the national bestselling author of The Dollhouse and The Address.
The bright lights of the theater district, the glamour and danger of 1950s New York, and the wild scene at the iconic Chelsea Hotel come together in a dazzling new novel about a twenty-year friendship that will irrevocably change two women's lives-from the New York Times bestselling author ofThe Lions of Fifth Avenue.
From the dramatic redbrick facade to the sweeping staircase dripping with art, the Chelsea Hotel has long been New York City's creative oasis for the many artists, writers, musicians, actors, filmmakers, and poets who have called it home-a scene playwright Hazel Riley and actress Maxine Mead are determined to use to their advantage. Yet they soon discover that the greatest obstacle to putting up a show on Broadway has nothing to do with their art, and everything to do with politics. A Red Scare is sweeping across America, and Senator Joseph McCarthy has started a witch hunt for communists, with those in the entertainment industry in the crosshairs. As the pressure builds to name names, it is more than Hazel and Maxine's Broadway dreams that may suffer as they grapple with the terrible consequences, but also their livelihood, their friendship, and even their freedom.
Spanning from the 1940s to the 1960s, The Chelsea Girls deft