Home Before Dark: A Personal Memoir Of John Cheever By His Daughter
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Susan Cheever
Binding: Hardback
Published: Weidenfeld and Nicolson, 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket price clipped
This intimate memoir, "Home Before Dark," chronicles the complex life and legacy of acclaimed author John Cheever through the eyes of his daughter, Susan Cheever. It uncovers the private struggles and triumphs of a literary giant, offering a deeply personal perspective on his creative process and his impact on those closest to him. The narrative presents a candid portrait of family dynamics intertwined with the demands of artistic genius. Susan Cheever illustrates the profound influence of her father's work and persona, providing an essential companion to understanding his celebrated fiction. This compelling account details the challenges and joys of growing up in the shadow of a literary icon, revealing the man behind the myth.
Author: Susan Cheever
Binding: Hardback
Published: Weidenfeld and Nicolson, 1985
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Damaged
Pages: Good, price clipped
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket price clipped
This intimate memoir, "Home Before Dark," chronicles the complex life and legacy of acclaimed author John Cheever through the eyes of his daughter, Susan Cheever. It uncovers the private struggles and triumphs of a literary giant, offering a deeply personal perspective on his creative process and his impact on those closest to him. The narrative presents a candid portrait of family dynamics intertwined with the demands of artistic genius. Susan Cheever illustrates the profound influence of her father's work and persona, providing an essential companion to understanding his celebrated fiction. This compelling account details the challenges and joys of growing up in the shadow of a literary icon, revealing the man behind the myth.