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Portraits And Observations: The Essays Of Truman Capote
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Perhaps No Twentieth Century Writer Was So Observant And Elegant A Chronicler Of His Times As Truman Capote. Whether He Was Profiling The Rich And Famous Or Creating Indelible Wordpictures Of Events And Places Near And Far, Capotes Eye For Detail And Dazzling Style Made His Reportage And Commentary Undeniable Triumphs Of The Form.Portraits And Observations Is The First Volume Devoted Solely To All The Essays Ever Published By This Most Beloved Of Writers. From His Travel Sketches Of Brooklyn, New Orleans, And Hollywood, Written When He Was Twentytwo, To Meditations About Fame, Fortune, And The Writers Art At The Peak Of His Career, To The Brief Works Penned During The Isolated Denouement Of His Life, These Essays Provide An Essential Window Into Midtwentiethcentury America As Offered By One Of Its Canniest Observers. Included Are Such Celebrated Masterpieces Of Narrative Nonfiction As The Muses Are Heard And The Short Nonfiction Novel Handcarved Coffins, As Well As Many Longoutofprint Essays, Including Portraits Of Isak Dinesen, Mae West, Marcel Duchamp, Humphrey Bogart, And Marilyn Monroe.Among The Highlights Are Ghosts In Sunlight: The Filming Of In Cold Blood, Preface To Music For Chameleons, In Which Capote Candidly Recounts The Highs And Lows Of His Long Career, And A Playful Selfportrait In The Form Of An Imaginary Selfinterview. The Book Concludes With The Authors Last Written Words, Composed The Day Before His Death In 1984, The Recently Discoveredremembering Willa Cather, Capotes Touching Recollection Of His Encounter With The Author When He Was A Young Man At The Dawn Of His Career.Portraits And Observations Puts On Display The Full Spectrum Of Truman Capotes Brilliance. Certainly, Capote Was, As Somerset Maugham Famously Called Him, A Stylist Of The First Quality. But As The Pieces Gathered Here Remind Us, He Was Also An Artist Of Remarkable Substance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Portraits and Observations'? A: 'Portraits and Observations' showcases Truman Capote's keen observations and elegant writing style, focusing on his essays that reflect American life in the mid-twentieth century.
- Q: What type of essays are included in this collection? A: The collection includes travel sketches, meditations on fame, and long-out-of-print essays featuring portraits of various notable figures.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 528 pages, providing a comprehensive look at Capote's essays.
- Q: Is the book suitable for someone unfamiliar with Truman Capote's work? A: Yes, the book serves as an excellent introduction to Capote's writing and offers insights into his thoughts and experiences.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: 'Portraits and Observations' is listed as a new book in good condition, ensuring a quality reading experience.
- Q: When was 'Portraits and Observations' published? A: 'Portraits and Observations' was published on October 9, 2007.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability.
- Q: Does this book include any autobiographical elements? A: Yes, it includes autobiographical pieces, such as an imaginary self-interview and reflections on Capote's career.
- Q: Are there any notable essays featured in the book? A: Yes, it features celebrated essays like 'The Muses Are Heard' and 'Handcarved Coffins'.
- Q: What audience would benefit from reading this book? A: Readers interested in memoirs, literary essays, and the works of Truman Capote will find this book especially valuable.