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Inside The Dream Palace: The Life and Times of New York's Legendary Chelsea Hotel,Used
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Winner of the Marfield Prize, National Award for Arts WritingTippins tells riveting stories about the Chelseas artists, but she also captures a much grander, and more pressing, narrative: that of the ongoing battle between art and capitalism in the city. The New YorkerSince its founding by a utopianminded French architect in 1884, New Yorks Chelsea Hotel has been a hotbed of artistic invention and inspiration. Cultural luminaries from Bob Dylan to Sid Vicious, Thomas Wolfe to Andy Warhol, Dylan Thomas to Dee Dee Ramone all made the Chelsea the largest and longestlived artists community in the world. Inside the Dream Palace tells the hotels story, from its earliest days as a cooperative community, through its pop art, rockandroll, and punk periods, to its present transformation under new ownership. By exploring what it takes to maintain a creative community and how artists have enhanced and informed New York City life, Tippins, author of the acclaimed February House, delivers a lively and masterly history of the Chelsea and those who cohabitated there.'Not only essential to the understanding of this crucial New York City and therefore American cultural landmark, but as majestic and populous as the edifice itself, and completely entertaining.' Daniel Menaker, author of My MistakeWith her lively Inside the Dream Palace, literary biographer Sherill Tippins succeeds where other historians studying New York landmarks have failed: She understands that even the most splendid buildings are mere settings for the personalities that inhabit them, and wisely bypasses rote chronology for the vigor of cultural excavation . . . The Chelsea Hotel may face an uncertain future, but Tippinss enchanting book guarantees its renown for generations to come. Time Out New York
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Inside The Dream Palace'? A: 'Inside The Dream Palace' explores the cultural and artistic significance of New York's Chelsea Hotel, detailing its history as a vibrant community for artists and its impact on the city.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'Inside The Dream Palace' is Sherill Tippins, a literary biographer known for her engaging writing style and historical insights.
- Q: What notable figures are mentioned in the book? A: The book mentions several cultural luminaries, including Bob Dylan, Andy Warhol, and Sid Vicious, highlighting their connections to the Chelsea Hotel.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'Inside The Dream Palace' is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and suitable for casual reading.
- Q: When was 'Inside The Dream Palace' published? A: 'Inside The Dream Palace' was published on November 4, 2014.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Inside The Dream Palace' contains 496 pages, providing readers with an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: Is the book suitable for those interested in art and history? A: Yes, 'Inside The Dream Palace' is ideal for readers interested in art, history, and the cultural dynamics of New York City.
- Q: Does the book include any illustrations or photographs? A: The book does not specifically mention illustrations or photographs, focusing instead on narrative storytelling and historical context.
- Q: What awards has the book won? A: 'Inside The Dream Palace' is the winner of the Marfield Prize for its excellence in arts writing.
- Q: Is this book part of a series or a standalone title? A: 'Inside The Dream Palace' is a standalone title and not part of a series.