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Frank Sinatra Has A Cold And Other Essays. Gay Talese
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Gay Talese Is The Father Of American New Journalism, Who Transformed Traditional Reportage With His Vivid Scenesetting, Sharp Observation And Rich Storytelling. His 1966 Piece For Esquire, One Of The Most Celebrated Magazine Articles Ever Published, Describes A Morose Frank Sinatra Silently Nursing A Glass Of Bourbon, Struck Down With A Cold And Unable To Sing, Like 'Picasso Without Paint, Ferrari Without Fuel Only Worse'. The Other Writings In This Selection Include A Description Of A Meeting Between Two Legends, Fidel Castro And Muhammad Ali; A Brilliantly Witty Dissection Of The Offices Of Vogue Magazine; An Account Of Travelling To Ireland With Hellraiser Peter O'Toole; And, A Profile Of Fading Baseball Star Joe Dimaggio, Which Turns Into A Moving, Immaculatelycrafted Meditation On Celebrity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Frank Sinatra Has a Cold and Other Essays' about? A: This book is a collection of essays by Gay Talese, showcasing his unique style of New Journalism. It includes notable pieces such as a profile of Frank Sinatra, an encounter between Fidel Castro and Muhammad Ali, and reflections on celebrity culture.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Gay Talese, a prominent figure in American journalism known for his innovative storytelling and literary journalism techniques.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on January 1, 2011.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 208 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring it is unused and in mint condition.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book falls under the genre of Journalism and Nonfiction.
- Q: What features does this book offer? A: The book offers features such as guaranteed packaging, same-day dispatch for orders received before 12 noon, and a no-quibbles return policy.
- Q: Is there any specific binding for this book? A: The binding type is unknown; however, it is designed to be durable and suitable for everyday reading.
- Q: Can you recommend similar books if I liked this one? A: If you enjoyed 'Frank Sinatra Has a Cold', you might also like 'George Orwell's Essays', which is also part of Penguin Modern Classics.
- Q: What are some notable reviews or praises for this book? A: Notable reviews include commendations from Atlantic Monthly, calling it 'the best American prose of the second half of the twentieth century', and praise from Mario Puzo, who described Talese as 'the best non-fiction writer in America'.