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William Maxwell: A Literary Life
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Known As A Beloved, Longtime Fiction Editor At The New Yorker, William Maxwell Worked Closely With Such Legendary Writers As Vladimir Nabokov, John Updike, Mary Mccarthy, And John Cheever. His Own Novels Include They Came Like Swallows And The American Book Awardwinning So Long, See You Tomorrow, And Many Consider Him To Be One Of The Twentieth Century'S Most Important Writers. Barbara Burkhardt'S William Maxwell: A Literary Life Represents The First Major Critical Study Of This Illinois Writer'S Life And Work.Writing With An Economy And Elegance Befitting Her Subject, Burkhardt Addresses Maxwell'S Highly Autobiographical Fiction By Skillfully Interweaving His Biography With Her Own Critical Interpretations. She Contextualizes His Fiction In Terms Of Events Including His Mother'S Early Death From Influenza, His Marriage, And The Role Of His Psychoanalysis Under The Guidance Of Theodor Reik. Drawing On A Wide Range Of Previously Unavailable Material, Burkhardt Includes Letters Maxwell Received From Authors Such As Eudora Welty And Louise Bogan, Excerpts From His Unpublished Manuscripts And Correspondence, And Her Own Interviews With Maxwell And Key Figures From His Life, Including John Updike, Roger Angell, New Yorker Fiction Editor Robert Henderson, And Maxwell'S Family And Friends.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'William Maxwell: A Literary Life' about? A: 'William Maxwell: A Literary Life' is a critical study by Barbara Burkhardt that explores the life and work of author William Maxwell, known for his significant contributions to literature and his role as a fiction editor at The New Yorker.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'William Maxwell: A Literary Life' is Barbara A. Burkhardt.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'William Maxwell: A Literary Life' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains a total of 336 pages.
- Q: When was 'William Maxwell: A Literary Life' published? A: 'William Maxwell: A Literary Life' was published on January 26, 2005.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers unfamiliar with William Maxwell? A: Yes, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Maxwell's life and works, making it accessible to readers who may not be familiar with him.
- Q: What makes this book a significant contribution to literary studies? A: This book is considered significant as it draws on a wide range of previously unavailable materials, including letters and unpublished manuscripts, providing deep insights into Maxwell's autobiographical fiction.
- Q: Does this book include interviews with notable figures? A: Yes, the book includes interviews with key figures from Maxwell's life, such as John Updike and Roger Angell.
- Q: What literary achievements is William Maxwell known for? A: William Maxwell is known for his novels such as 'They Came Like Swallows' and 'So Long, See You Tomorrow', the latter of which won the American Book Award.
- Q: Is the book considered a first edition? A: Yes, 'William Maxwell: A Literary Life' is labeled as a first edition.