Steinbeck, Gwyn Conger
My My Life With John Steinbeck
- ISBN 13:
- 9781999675202
- author:
- Steinbeck, Gwyn Conger
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Lawson Publishing Ltd.,
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 294
- Dimensions:
- 22.86 x 15.24 x 1.57 centimetres
- Genre:
- Biography, Personal Memoirs, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Gwyndolyn Conger Steinbeck's memoir offers a unique perspective on John Steinbeck's life, one that has been largely overlooked in standard accounts of his work. Published for the first time in 2018, this journal chronicles her six-year marriage to Steinbeck during World War Two, including their tumultuous relationship and her experiences as a professional singer. Steinbeck was captivated by Gwyn's beauty and magnetic presence, and she became an integral part of his life, often accompanying him on his travels. During this time, he wrote some of his most famous works, including The Moon is Down, Cannery Row, and The Pearl. However, their relationship was complex, with Steinbeck struggling to balance his love for Gwyn with his demanding writing career. This memoir provides a fascinating insight into the personal life of one of America's most celebrated writers, revealing the human side behind the literary legend.
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