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Discover the compelling world of William Faulkner, one of America's most celebrated literary figures, through this captivating book published by Reaktion Books in 2018. Unravel the complexities of Faulkner's life, from his early days as a literary dandy to his struggles with family responsibilities and personal demons. This brand new edition, with ISBN 9781780239989, delves into his renowned storytelling prowess, particularly highlighted in seminal works like 'The Sound and the Fury.' Faulkner's innovative narrative style revolutionized the perception of the American South, race, and the nature of time in literature. Readers will find a rich exploration of how Faulkner balanced financial hardships and his commitment to his artistic vision, revealing the depth of his character behind the myth. Whether you are a long-time fan or new to Faulkner's works, this book is essential for understanding the intricate relationship between his life experiences and his literary masterpieces. Free shipping is included for this item, with delivery expected within 6 weeks. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Immerse yourself in the life and legacy of William Faulkner today.
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: 9781780239989
Year: 2018
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
At various stages of his life, the celebrated American writer William Faulkner (1897-1962) presented himself as a literary dandy, a shabby bohemian, a wounded war veteran, a humble farmer, a courtly lover, and a genteel but aloof Southerner. In private and public, he was masterful at making people wonder who he really was. As Kirk Curnutt acknowledges, Faulkner was first and foremost a storyteller. Faulkner's experiments in style and form radically challenged conceptions of the American South, race and the experience of time in narrative. Beginning with the 1929 publication of The Sound and the Fury (his fourth novel), Faulkner produced a dazzling series of masterpieces - novels and stories that alternately exhilarated and exacerbated critics and left readers gasping to keep pace with his storytelling innovations.
As prolific as he was, his career was neither easy nor carefree. Faulkner was perpetually strapped for cash, burdened with supporting a large extended family, ambivalent towards a marriage in which he felt honour-bound to remain, and vulnerable to alcoholism. This book examines how he strained to balance these pressures to pursue his artistic vision with single-minded determination. As generations of readers have struggled to appreciate, understanding the relationship of Faulkner's life to his art is not a matter of discovering the `man behind the myth'; it is of learning how the man created the myth.
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: 9781780239989
Year: 2018
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Description:
At various stages of his life, the celebrated American writer William Faulkner (1897-1962) presented himself as a literary dandy, a shabby bohemian, a wounded war veteran, a humble farmer, a courtly lover, and a genteel but aloof Southerner. In private and public, he was masterful at making people wonder who he really was. As Kirk Curnutt acknowledges, Faulkner was first and foremost a storyteller. Faulkner's experiments in style and form radically challenged conceptions of the American South, race and the experience of time in narrative. Beginning with the 1929 publication of The Sound and the Fury (his fourth novel), Faulkner produced a dazzling series of masterpieces - novels and stories that alternately exhilarated and exacerbated critics and left readers gasping to keep pace with his storytelling innovations.
As prolific as he was, his career was neither easy nor carefree. Faulkner was perpetually strapped for cash, burdened with supporting a large extended family, ambivalent towards a marriage in which he felt honour-bound to remain, and vulnerable to alcoholism. This book examines how he strained to balance these pressures to pursue his artistic vision with single-minded determination. As generations of readers have struggled to appreciate, understanding the relationship of Faulkner's life to his art is not a matter of discovering the `man behind the myth'; it is of learning how the man created the myth.