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The Paris Review Interviews, I
528 pages, 2006
How do great writers do it? From James M. Cain's hard-nosed observation that "writing a novel is like working on foreign policy. There are problems to be solved. It's not all inspirational," to Joan Didion's account of how she composes a book--"I constantly retype my own sentences.
Every day I go back to page one and just retype what I have. It gets me into a rhythm"--The Paris Review has elicited some of the most revelatory and revealing thoughts from the literary masters of our age.
For more than half a century, the magazine has spoken with most of our leading novelists, poets, and playwrights. The interviews themselves have come to be recognized as classic works of literature, an essential and definitive record of the writing life.
They have won the coveted George Polk Award and have been a contender for the Pulitzer Prize. Paris Review's former editor Philip Gourevitch introduces an entirely original selection of sixteen of the most celebrated interviews.
Often startling, always engaging, these encounters contain an immense scope of intelligence, personality, experience, and wit from the likes of Elizabeth Bishop, Ernest Hemingway, Truman Capote, Rebecca West, and Billy Wilder. This is an indispensable book for all writers and readers.
The Paris Review Interviews, I offers a unique opportunity to explore the minds of some of the world's most renowned authors. You'll get to see their thought processes, their inspirations, and their struggles, giving you a deeper understanding of their work and the art of writing itself.
The Paris Review is known for its in-depth, thoughtful interviews. This book showcases the art of the interview, demonstrating how to ask insightful questions and engage in meaningful conversations. It's a great resource for anyone looking to improve their interviewing or conversational skills.
Through the interviews, you can trace the evolution of literature over the decades. The Paris Review has been interviewing authors since the 1950s, and this book provides a fascinating look into how writing styles, themes, and techniques have changed over time.
If you're an aspiring writer, this book is a goldmine. You'll find advice, encouragement, and inspiration from some of the greatest writers of our time. You'll see that even the greats have faced rejection and doubt, and yet they persevered.
Above all, The Paris Review Interviews, I is a celebration of literature. It's a book that reminds us of the power of storytelling and the beauty of the written word. Whether you're a writer, a reader, or just someone who appreciates good literature, you'll find something to love in this book.
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