Didion, Joan
Slouching Towards Bethlehem: Essays
- ISBN 13:
- 9780374531386
- author:
- Didion, Joan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Farrar Straus Giroux
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 238
- Dimensions:
- 14.22 x 1.78 x 21.08 centimetres
- Genre:
- Literature - Classics / Criticism
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
First published in 1968, Joan Didion's Slouching Towards Bethlehem is a seminal work of nonfiction that captures the essence of a pivotal moment in American history. This collection of essays explores themes of identity, morality, and the human condition, offering a unique perspective on the counterculture movement of the 1960s.
Through her distinctive prose, Didion examines the intersection of good and evil, as well as the complexities of growing up in California and the allure of San Francisco's Haight-Ashbury. Her writing is characterized by its clarity, precision, and emotional depth, making this collection a powerful and thought-provoking read.
Considered one of the most distinctive prose stylists of our era, Didion's work has been praised for its articulation of the most stubborn and intractable truths of our time. This edition, first published in 2008, presents a new opportunity to engage with her remarkable writing and insights.
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