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The book delves into Thompson's complex relationships, particularly with his father, a fallen sheriff, and the women who inspired both his love and his darker narratives. It explores themes of addiction, censorship, and the influence of Hollywood on his work. Through a blend of empathy and unflinching honesty, it illuminates the more shadowy aspects of human nature, making it a poignant tribute to a distinctive American voice. Accompanied by 57 photographs, it offers a rich visual context to Thompson's life and art.
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Savage Art, Robert Polito
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- Jaar van publicatie
- 1996
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- Titel
- Savage Art
- Ondertitel
- A Biography of Jim Thompson (National Book Critics Circle Award Winner)
- Taal
- Engels
- Auteurs
- Robert Polito
- Uitgever
- Penguin Random House LLC
- Jaar van publicatie
- 1996
- Formaat
- Paperback
- Aantal pagina's
- 560
- ISBN13
- 9780679733522
- Reeks
- Tags
- Fictie, Historisch thema, Waargebeurde verhalen, Detectives & Thriller, Biographies, Psychologische thema’s, Detectiveverhalen, Autobiografie en memoires, Noir
- Beoordeling
- 4,15 van 5
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- The book delves into Thompson's complex relationships, particularly with his father, a fallen sheriff, and the women who inspired both his love and his darker narratives. It explores themes of addiction, censorship, and the influence of Hollywood on his work. Through a blend of empathy and unflinching honesty, it illuminates the more shadowy aspects of human nature, making it a poignant tribute to a distinctive American voice. Accompanied by 57 photographs, it offers a rich visual context to Thompson's life and art.