Frank Conroy
Body and Soul: a Novel
- ISBN 13:
- 9780385319867
- author:
- Frank Conroy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Random House USA INC International Concepts
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1998
- Pages:
- 464
- Genre:
- Books
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1940s New York, Body & Soul tells the story of a young boy whose musical genius transforms his life and propels him into a world of obsession and relentless ambition.
The novel follows Claude Rawlings as he navigates the highs and lows of fame, from the grandeur of Carnegie Hall to the smoky jazz clubs of London. With passion and truth burning at its core, Body & Soul is a riveting and compulsive read that offers a breathtaking glimpse into a boy's heart and an artist's soul.
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