Vidal, Gore

Selected Essays

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ISBN 13:: 9780349120454
author:: Vidal, Gore
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Abacus
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2007
Pages:: 464
Dimensions:: 129mm X 196mm
Genre:: Essays, journals, letters & other prose works
Condition:: New
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Gore Vidal's Selected Essays brings together a lifetime of commentary and criticism from one of America's most mercurial intellectuals. Spanning literature, politics, showbiz, and modern manners, these essays offer a witty and brilliant assessment of our times. From the world of fiction to the realms of politics and media, Vidal's writing is marked by its intelligence, courage, and often provocative forthrightness. This collection showcases his unique perspective on the issues that have shaped America over the past fifty years, including the Clinton and Bush administrations, and contemporary imperial ambitions. With a keen eye for detail and a sharp wit, Vidal explores the intersections of art, politics, and culture, offering a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of America's most memorable literary masters.

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