The Great Man
The Great Man by Kate Christensen, published by Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group on May 13, 2008, is a reprint edition comprising 320 pages. This novel explores the life and legacy of Oscar Feldman, a renowned figurative painter who has recently passed away. While his obituary highlights his immediate family, it also hints at the complexities of his life, including his longtime mistress, Teddy St. Cloud, and their daughters. As two biographers delve into the lives of the women connected to Oscar, the narrative unfolds around the secrets and relationships that define his legacy in the New York art world.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of themes related to family life and the intricacies of love and betrayal. The story reveals how the open secret of Oscar’s affair complicates the lives of those he left behind, leading to a confrontation with the past that threatens to expose hidden truths. Through the perspectives of the women in Oscar’s life, the novel presents a nuanced examination of relationships and the impact of an artist’s legacy on those who knew him. This edition offers a thoughtful exploration of the intersections between personal and artistic identity within the context of fiction and literary storytelling.
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National Bestseller and Winner of the PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction
Oscar Feldman, the renowned figurative painter, has passed away. As his obituary notes, Oscar is survived by his wife, Abigail, their son, Ethan, and his sister, the well-known abstract painter Maxine Feldman. What the obituary does not note, however, is that Oscar is also survived by his longtime mistress, Teddy St. Cloud, and their daughters.
As two biographers interview the women in an attempt to set the record straight, the open secret of his affair reaches a boiling point and a devastating skeleton threatens to come to light. From the acclaimed author of The Epicure’s Lament, a scintillating novel of secrets, love, and legacy in the New York art world.
“Mischievous…funny, astute…As unexpectedly generous as it is entertaining…. Christensen is a witty observer of the art universe.” —The New York Times
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