Cheever A Life
Cheever A Life by Blake Bailey is a comprehensive biography published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on March 9, 2010. This reprint edition spans 816 pages and is presented in English. The book explores the life of John Cheever, who crafted a public persona as a perfect suburban gentleman while becoming a significant chronicler of postwar America. Bailey utilizes extensive access to Cheever’s journals, providing insights into the author’s life and work.
Readers will find a detailed examination of Cheever’s dual existence, revealing the complexities behind his literary contributions. The biography delves into themes of identity and the American experience, offering a nuanced perspective on Cheever’s role in literary history. With its thorough research and engaging narrative, this edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in biography and literary criticism, as well as the broader context of American literature.
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John Cheever spent much of his career impersonating a perfect suburban gentleman, the better to become one of the foremost chroniclers of postwar America. Written with unprecedented access to essential sources—including Cheever’s massive journal, only a fraction of which has ever been published—Bailey’s Cheever is a stunning example of the biographer’s art and a brilliant tribute to an essential author.
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