Whole Lives: Shapers Of Modern Biography
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Reed Whittemore
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Johns Hopkins University Press, 1989
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This academic text presents a critical examination of the art and practice of modern biography through the lens of its most influential practitioners. Reed Whittemore, a distinguished poet and literary critic, chronicles the lives and methods of prominent biographers, illustrating how their approaches shaped the genre. The work offers insightful commentary on the challenges and responsibilities inherent in recounting a life, making it an essential read for students of literature, history, and anyone interested in the craft of biographical writing. It provides a nuanced understanding of how personal narratives contribute to our collective historical and cultural understanding.
Author: Reed Whittemore
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Johns Hopkins University Press, 1989
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This academic text presents a critical examination of the art and practice of modern biography through the lens of its most influential practitioners. Reed Whittemore, a distinguished poet and literary critic, chronicles the lives and methods of prominent biographers, illustrating how their approaches shaped the genre. The work offers insightful commentary on the challenges and responsibilities inherent in recounting a life, making it an essential read for students of literature, history, and anyone interested in the craft of biographical writing. It provides a nuanced understanding of how personal narratives contribute to our collective historical and cultural understanding.