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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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- Pubblicato
- 1996
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- Titolo
- Savage Art
- Sottotitolo
- A Biography of Jim Thompson (National Book Critics Circle Award Winner)
- Lingua
- Inglese
- Autori
- Robert Polito
- Editore
- Penguin Random House LLC
- Pubblicato
- 1996
- Formato
- In brossura
- Pagine
- 560
- ISBN13
- 9780679733522
- Serie
- Tag
- Narrativa, Tema stórico, Storie vere, Biografie, Gialli & Thriller, Temi psicologici, Gialli, Autobiografie e memorie, Noir
- Valutazione
- 4,15 su 5
- Descrizione
- 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.