Amy Bloom Libri

The unexpected and forbidden affair between Eleanor Roosevelt and Lorena Hickok unfolds in a triumph of historical fiction. Lorena, a prominent woman reporter, meets Eleanor in 1932 while covering Franklin Roosevelt's presidential campaign. Initially unimpressed by the idealistic Eleanor, Lorena's feelings deepen into a powerful passion that matures into lasting love. She moves into the White House, where her role as "first friend" becomes an open secret, alongside FDR's own affairs. Taking a job in the Roosevelt administration, Lorena navigates her complicated relationship with Franklin, who proves to be both a great president and a challenging rival. As their bond faces extraordinary and everyday tests, Lorena grows as a woman and a writer, never losing sight of her love for Eleanor. The narrative spans various locations, from Washington, D.C., to Hyde Park, capturing the emotional depth and wit of their relationship. Advance praise highlights the novel's exploration of love and the complexities of human connection, emphasizing the beauty of the world Lorena and Eleanor created together. This unforgettable story illuminates a pivotal yet often overlooked chapter in history, showcasing the enduring power of passion.

"Amy and Brian's world was changed forever with his diagnosis of early onset Alzheimer's. Forced to confront the daily frustrations and realities of the disease and its impact on their lives and marriage, Brian resolved not to let it dictate his life and instead asked himself: What makes life meaningful, and how do I want to live the rest of mine? His decision led them to learn about Dignitas and to fly to Zürich for a peaceful ending of Brian's life. In Love is the illuminating story of a marriage, of the gradual awareness that something was deeply wrong, and of a disease's effect on a man, a woman, a family. What were the signs that Brian and Amy brushed aside, and how did they cope when they could no longer ignore the truth as confirmed by an MRI? Why, in retrospect, did Brian decide to retire from his architecture practice earlier than he had planned? Bloom goes on to recount their search for a dignified and kind solution to the pain of Brian's life, and their discovery of Dignitas in Zurich, where the choice for a dignified end of life can be realized. In this moving memoir, Bloom also writes of their life together before Alzheimer's, and of a love that runs so deep that they were willing to work to find a courageous way to part."-- Provided by publisher

Amy Bloom's first collection of short stories takes the reader into the inner lives of characters who encounter the everyday mysteries of need and desire. They include a frightened father in need of redemption, a psychiatrist who oversteps professional boundaries and a small girl eager for love.

Amy Bloom's new collection showcases her exceptional talent in short fiction, building on her previous acclaim, including a National Book Award nomination for her first collection. Renowned for her contributions to prestigious publications like The New Yorker and The Best American Short Stories, Bloom continues to explore complex themes and characters, solidifying her status as a masterful storyteller. This collection promises to captivate readers with its depth and artistry.

'Masterful, humane and hilarious' Kate Figes, Elle

Exploring the diverse experiences of gender identity, this work offers an intimate look at individuals such as female-to-male transsexuals, heterosexual crossdressers, and intersex people. With a blend of humor, insight, and eloquence, it delves into the complexities of gender, challenging traditional notions and celebrating the richness of human identity. Amy Bloom's narrative invites readers to understand and empathize with those who navigate a spectrum of gender experiences.

Revitalises the American road trip novel, from the perspective of a vulnerable but spirited woman. This book paints an earthy and surprising picture of 1920s America, its smells and textures, its population of drifters and con artists, pimps and prostitutes. It is epic in sweep, but intimate and psychologically acute, moving but unsentimental.

A thrilling and resonant novel from the author of Away, about loyalty, ambition, and the pleasures and perils of family, set in 1940s America. When Eva's mother abandons her on Iris's front porch, the girls don't seem to have much in common - except, they soon discover, a father. Thrown together with no mothers to care for them and a father who could not be considered a parent, Iris and Eva become one another's family. Iris wants to be a movie star; Eva is her sidekick. Together, they journey across 1940s America from scandal in Hollywood to the jazz clubs and golden mansions of Long Island, stumbling, cheating and loving their way through a landscape of war, betrayals and big dreams.

Described as "the closest thing to a rock star" in graphic design today (USA Today), Chip Kidd is universally recognized as an American master of contemporary book design. At the forefront of a revolution in publishing, Kidd's iconic covers, with their inventive marriage of type and found images, have influenced an entire generation of design practitioners in many fields.Chip Kidd: Book One collects all of his book covers and designs for the first time, as well as hundreds of developmental sketches and concepts-annotated by Kidd and by many of the best-selling authors he's worked with over the years. The result is an important contribution to the design canon today as well as a visually dazzling (and often hilarious) insider's look at the design and publishing process.The book also showcases Kidd's work with comics and graphic novels, including his collaborations with leading artists and writers in the field. Featured are projects for DC Comics, including Batman and Superman, as well as Kidd's award-winning exploration of the art of Charles M. Schulz. Chip Kidd: Book One is sure to enthrall design aficionados, book lovers, pop-culture fanatics, comics fans, and design students.

Eine Frau heiratet viel zu jung einen viel zu alten Mann und ist in ihrer grundlosen Eifersucht weniger lebendig als der Sterbende an ihrer Seite. Zwei Schwestern erfahren im Erwachsenenalter, dass ihre Mutter früher zwei Männer liebte. Eine Alleinerziehende muss akzeptieren, dass ihre einzige Tochter ein Junge im Körper eines Mädchens ist - ungewöhnliche Geschichten, die von Schuld, Schicksalsschlägen, Liebe und Leidenschaft erzählen und so erschütternd wie tröstlich sind. „Erzählungen, von denen jede einzelne so schön und berührend ist, dass man sich bei jeder Geschichte wünscht, sie würde weitergehen und zu einem Roman werden.“ Christine Westermann „Amy Bloom ist eine psychotherapeutische Alchemistin, die den Schrotthaufen chaotischer Alltagswirren in das Gold künstlerisch geformter Fiktion verwandelt.“ Newsday

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Eine Frau heiratet viel zu jung einen viel zu alten Mann und ist in ihrer grundlosen Eifersucht weniger lebendig als der Sterbende an ihrer Seite. Zwei Schwestern erfahren im Erwachsenenalter, dass ihre Mutter früher zwei Männer liebte. Eine Alleinerziehende muss akzeptieren, dass ihre einzige Tochter ein Junge im Körper eines Mädchens ist - ungewöhnliche Geschichten, die von Schuld, Schicksalsschlägen, Liebe und Leidenschaft erzählen und so erschütternd wie tröstlich sind. "Erzählungen, von denen jede einzelne so schön und berührend ist, dass man sich bei jeder Geschichte wünscht, sie würde weitergehen und zu einem Roman werden." Christine Westermann"Amy Bloom ist eine psychotherapeutische Alchemistin, die den Schrotthaufen chaotischer Alltagswirren in das Gold künstlerisch geformter Fiktion verwandelt." Newsday

/ 9038803109 / Literature translated into Dutch / Nederlands / Dutch / Néerlandais / Niederländisch / paperback / 12 x 20 cm / 158 .pp /