Capote, Truman
Music for Chameleons: New Writing (Penguin Modern Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780141184616
- author:
- Capote, Truman
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 12.95 x 1.78 x 19.81 centimetres
- Genre:
- Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Music for Chameleons is a unique collection that brings together two distinct forms: nonfiction and fiction. At its centre lies Handcarved Coffins, a gripping 'nonfiction novel' based on the true story of a real-life murderer. This thought-provoking work offers a chilling insight into the mind of a killer and the determination of the man who brought him to justice.
Complementing this nonfiction piece are six short stories and seven 'conversational portraits', each offering a unique perspective on human nature. These pieces showcase Truman Capote's mastery of language, from the touching tale of Marilyn Monroe to the humorous account of a New York cleaning lady.
This eclectic collection is a testament to Capote's versatility as a writer and his ability to explore the complexities of human experience through both fact and fiction.
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