Description
Discover the captivating depths of Jack Kerouac's *Tristessa*, a profound exploration of love, addiction, and spiritual yearning set against the backdrop of mid-20th century Mexico. This compelling narrative aligns with Kerouac's ethos as a pivotal figure of the Beat Generation, showcasing his contemplative insight through the lens of his relationship with Esperanza Villanueva, a Catholic Mexican woman who embodies both beauty and struggle. Published by Penguin UK in 2019, this B-format paperback includes 80 pages that reflect Kerouac's rich prose and evocative storytelling, providing readers an intimate view into his life and thoughts. With every page, *Tristessa* offers a unique perspective on the complexities of romance and identity, appealing to lovers of classic literature and fans of the beat literary movement alike. It’s a must-have addition for anyone seeking to understand the literary contributions of Jack Kerouac and the essence of his travels through Mexico. Order now and immerse yourself in this classic tale, and experience the charm and trials of a world colored by passion and despair. Fast shipping ensures you’ll have this beautiful edition in your hands in no time, perfect for your reading nook or as a thoughtful gift for literature enthusiasts.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241388990
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 80
Description:
One of the final works in Kerouac's 13-book Proustian memoir to join the Penguin Modern Classics.
Tristessa is the name with which Kerouac baptized Esperanza Villanueva, a Catholic Mexican young woman, a prostitute and addict to certain drugs, whom he fell in love with during one of his stays in Mexico -a country that he frequently visited - by the middle of the fifties. Wrapped in a spiritual atmosphere that expresses the yearnings of Kerouac to find himself, "Tristessa", translated by Jorge Garcia- Robles, a specialist in the beat generation, is the story of the strange loving relationship that the author had with Esperanza, as well as the significant description of the atmosphere that surrounded it, which depicts some key places of Mexico City back then.
Hero of the beat generation, the creator of a model of life that would be followed by thousands of young people in the entire world, a sui generis mystic, "Tristessa", which until recently was not known in Spanish and that was published in English, is one of Kerouac's fresher and better achieved works.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241388990
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2019
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 80
Description:
One of the final works in Kerouac's 13-book Proustian memoir to join the Penguin Modern Classics.
Tristessa is the name with which Kerouac baptized Esperanza Villanueva, a Catholic Mexican young woman, a prostitute and addict to certain drugs, whom he fell in love with during one of his stays in Mexico -a country that he frequently visited - by the middle of the fifties. Wrapped in a spiritual atmosphere that expresses the yearnings of Kerouac to find himself, "Tristessa", translated by Jorge Garcia- Robles, a specialist in the beat generation, is the story of the strange loving relationship that the author had with Esperanza, as well as the significant description of the atmosphere that surrounded it, which depicts some key places of Mexico City back then.
Hero of the beat generation, the creator of a model of life that would be followed by thousands of young people in the entire world, a sui generis mystic, "Tristessa", which until recently was not known in Spanish and that was published in English, is one of Kerouac's fresher and better achieved works.