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Dominick Dunne

    29 ottobre 1925 – 26 agosto 2009

    Dominick Dunne è stato uno scrittore e giornalista investigativo americano il cui lavoro si è spesso concentrato sull'intersezione tra l'alta società e il sistema giudiziario. Dopo una carriera a Hollywood come produttore e personaggio televisivo, si dedicò alla scrittura, producendo esplorazioni acute delle vite dei ricchi e famosi. Le sue narrazioni si addentrarono negli aspetti più oscuri del loro mondo, rivelando le macchinazioni spesso nascoste sotto superfici scintillanti. Una profonda tragedia personale reindirizzò in seguito la sua attenzione verso le complessità dei procedimenti legali e la ricerca della giustizia.

    Fatal Charms and The Mansions of Limbo
    People Like Us
    The Two Mrs. Grenvilles
    The Way We Lived Then
    A Season in Purgatory
    The Best of Flair
    • The Best of Flair

      • 338pagine
      • 12 ore di lettura

      Established in 1950 by Fleur Cowles, the magazine Flair is celebrated for its innovative blend of fashion, literature, art, and humor, making it a pivotal publication of the twentieth century. This compilation features the magazine's finest content, curated by Cowles herself, alongside contributions from renowned figures like Salvador Dalí and Tennessee Williams. The new facsimile edition retains the original's unique production elements, including intricate gatefolds and booklets, preserving the artistic essence that made Flair an iconic magazine.

      The Best of Flair
    • A Season in Purgatory

      • 384pagine
      • 14 ore di lettura

      The book is a captivating exploration of its themes, offering readers a unique perspective on the characters' journeys. It delves into the complexities of relationships and personal growth, set against a backdrop that enhances the narrative's emotional depth. With a blend of humor and poignancy, it engages with contemporary issues while maintaining a compelling storyline. The author's distinctive voice and storytelling style make it a must-read for those seeking both entertainment and insight.

      A Season in Purgatory
    • The Two Mrs. Grenvilles

      • 384pagine
      • 14 ore di lettura

      Set against a backdrop of luxury and intrigue, this New York Times bestseller combines elements of mystery and high society. The narrative weaves a tale of murder that unfolds in an opulent setting, captivating readers with its blend of glamour and suspense. With sharp wit and engaging characters, it explores themes of privilege and deception, making it a compelling read that has garnered praise from renowned publications like Vanity Fair.

      The Two Mrs. Grenvilles
    • People Like Us

      • 454pagine
      • 16 ore di lettura

      Gus Bailey, the confidant of New York society, observes the social repercussions of socialite Justine Altemus's engagement to TV anchorman Bernie Slatkin and inadvertently precipitates a social explosion

      People Like Us
    • Exploring the lives of both the glamorous and the infamous, this collection features Dominick Dunne's insightful portraits of a diverse array of personalities, from celebrities to criminals. Set against lavish backdrops like Park Avenue and Beverly Hills, the narratives reveal the complexities of power, wealth, and morality. This volume captures the essence of those who shape society and those who merely mimic their lifestyles, offering a compelling glimpse into the world of the elite and the darker sides of fame.

      Fatal Charms and The Mansions of Limbo
    • Gus Bailey, journalist to high society, knows the sordid secrets of the very rich. Now he turns his penetrating gaze to a courtroom in Los Angeles, witnessing the trial of the century unfold before his startled eyes. As the infamous case and characters begin to take shape, and a range of celebrities from Frank Sinatra to Heidi Fleiss share their own theories of the crime, Bailey bears witness to the ultimate perversion of principle and the most amazing gossip machine in Hollywood--all wrapped in a marvelous addictive true-to-life tale of love, rage, and ruin. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

      Another City, Not My Own
    • Too Much Money

      • 288pagine
      • 11 ore di lettura

      Gus Bailey, a high-society journalist, finds himself in deep trouble after mistakenly implicating a powerful congressman in a scandal, leading to a slander suit. As he grapples with the fallout, he struggles to write his next novel about the suspicious death of billionaire Konstantin Zacharias. Doubting the conviction of the murderer, Gus uncovers a web of secrets, especially with Konstantin's vengeful widow determined to hide the truth. This engaging narrative revisits the affluent world established in Dunne's previous work, blending intrigue with sharp social commentary.

      Too Much Money
    • An Inconvenient Woman

      • 482pagine
      • 17 ore di lettura

      Jules Mendelson is wealthy. Astronomically so. He and his wife lead the kind of charity-giving, art-filled, high-society life for which each has been carefully groomed. Until Jules falls in love with Flo March, a beautiful actress/waitress. What Flo discovers about the superrich is not a pretty sight. And in the end, she wants no more than what she was promised. But when Flo begins to share the true story of her life among the Mendelsons, not everyone is in a listening mood. And some cold shoulders have very sharp edges. ... --This text refers to the Mass Market Paperback edition.

      An Inconvenient Woman
    • Dominick Dunne's mesmerizing tales of justice denied and justice affirmed.For more than two decades, Vanity Fair published Dominick Dunne’s brilliant, revelatory chronicles of the most famous crimes, trials, and punishments of our time. Whether writing of Claus von Bülow’s romp through two trials; the Los Angeles media frenzy surrounding O.J. Simpson; the death by fire of multibillionaire banker Edmond Safra; or the Greenwich, Connecticut, murder of Martha Moxley and the indictment—decades later—of Michael Skakel, Dominick Dunne tells it honestly and tells it from his unique perspective. His search for the truth is relentless.

      Justice: Crimes, Trials, and Punishments