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Giving Up The Ghost: A Memoir (Picador Modern Classics)
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New York Times Bestselling Author Hilary Mantel, Twotime Winner Of The Man Booker Prize, Is One Of The Worlds Most Accomplished And Acclaimed Fiction Writers. Giving Up The Ghost, Is Her Dazzling Memoir Of A Career Blighted By Physical Pain In Which Her Singular Imagination Supplied Compensation For The Life Her Body Was Denied.Selected By The New York Times As One Of The 50 Best Memoirs Of The Past 50 Yearsthe Story Of My Own Childhood Is A Complicated Sentence That I Am Always Trying To Finish, To Finish And Put Behind Me.In Postwar Rural England, Hilary Mantel Grew Up Convinced That The Most Extraordinary Feats Were Within Her Grasp. But At Nineteen, She Became Ill. Through Years Of Misdiagnosis, She Suffered Patronizing Psychiatric Treatment And Destructive Surgery That Left Her Without Hope Of Children.Beset By Pain And Sadness, She Decided To Write Herself Into Beingone Novel After Another. This Wry And Visceral Memoir Will Certainly Bring New Converts To Mantels Dark Genius.Mesmerizing.The New York Timesbeautifully Repackaged As Part Of The Picador Modern Classics Series, This Special Edition Is Small Enough To Fit In Your Pocket And Bold Enough To Stand Out On Your Bookshelf.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Giving Up the Ghost: A Memoir'? A: The main theme of 'Giving Up the Ghost' is Hilary Mantel's exploration of her life and career, focusing on her struggles with chronic illness and how her imagination and writing provided solace and meaning amidst physical pain.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Giving Up the Ghost'? A: The author of 'Giving Up the Ghost' is Hilary Mantel, a renowned British author and two-time winner of the Man Booker Prize.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'Giving Up the Ghost: A Memoir' is available in a hardcover binding, providing durability and a classic look for your bookshelf.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Giving Up the Ghost'? A: The memoir contains 400 pages, offering an in-depth look at Hilary Mantel's life and experiences.
- Q: When was 'Giving Up the Ghost' published? A: 'Giving Up the Ghost' was published on November 7, 2017, as part of the Picador Modern Classics series.
- Q: Is 'Giving Up the Ghost' suitable for fans of fiction? A: Yes, 'Giving Up the Ghost' is suitable for fans of fiction, as it combines memoir with the narrative style and imagination typical of Mantel's acclaimed fictional works.
- Q: What are some notable reviews of the book? A: The book has been praised by sources like The New York Times, which described it as 'mesmerizing' and selected it as one of the 50 Best Memoirs of the Past 50 Years.
- Q: What makes this edition special? A: This edition is beautifully repackaged as part of the Picador Modern Classics series, designed to be compact and visually appealing on your bookshelf.
- Q: Can readers expect personal insights from Hilary Mantel? A: Yes, readers can expect personal insights as Mantel reflects on her childhood, illness, and the impact of her experiences on her writing.
- Q: Is this book a good gift for someone interested in memoirs? A: Absolutely, 'Giving Up the Ghost' is a thoughtful gift for anyone interested in memoirs, especially those who appreciate stories of resilience and creativity.