Stein and Hemingway : the story of a turbulent friendship / Lyle Larsen.

Author/creator Larsen, Lyle, 1942-
Format Book
Publication InfoJefferson, N.C. : McFarland, ©2011.
Descriptionv, 214 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
Subjects

Contents Pt. 1. Just like brothers -- The genius of Montparnasse -- Shadowboxing along the Seine -- Crafting a style and an image -- Making the heavyweight class -- Composition as explanation -- Old faces and new -- Pt. 2. Taking patches of skin off -- Poor old papa -- Getting even -- Knowing the vital spots -- To be one succeeding -- In time of war -- Three-cushion shots -- Broken beyond repair.
Abstract "This text explores Gertrude Stein's and Ernest Hemingway's friendship, one of the most fascinating and instructive literary associations of the twentieth century. They moved from a mentor/student relationship to a rivalry between artistic peers. Despite fluctuations--of love, jealousy, resentment and name-calling--their association endured due to Stein's weakness for Hemingway and his need for her"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and index.
LCCN 2010050477
ISBN9780786460564 (softcover : alk. paper)
ISBN0786460563 (softcover : alk. paper)

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Joyner General Stacks PS3537.T323 Z694 2011 ✔ Available Place Hold