Wolfe Thomas Livres

A collection of photographs from Rolling Stone magazine features familiar shots of such celebs as Jagger, Nicholson, Madonna, Brando, Bowie, Mailer, Reagan, Belushi, Eastwood. Reprint.

This novel is about one man's discovery of life and the world," begins Thomas Wolfe in his author's note to The Web and the Rock. A literary theme so ambitious and all-encompassing almost defies attempt, but Wolfe's story of George Webber is nothing less than astonishing. It follows Webber from his southern upbringing to his college days to his travels abroad to his arrival in New York City, where he aspires to become a successful writer. Then he meets Esther Jack, and things go as differently - but wonderfully so - as they possibly could. Beautiful and wealthy, a socialite, stage designer - and married woman - Esther reveals life and New York for him like nothing before.George Webber's youth and the rise and fall of his turbulent passion for Esther Jack are essential components in Wolfe's complete vision for his protagonist, whose story continues in You Can't Go Home Again. The wisdom Webber suffers - cumulatively, undeniably realized by the close of The Web and the Rock - becomes his fingerpost through subsequent experience.

Story of an artist who flees scandal and despair as he journeys from his family home in a small Southern town to the capitals of prewar Europe.

Zweisprachige Jubiläumsausgabe Das größte und schönste Volksfest der Welt – gefeiert vom US-amerikanischen Starautor Thomas Wolfe. Dieses literarische Wiesn-Schmankerl lotet alle Höhen und Tiefen des feuchtfröhlichen Spektakels aus. Es zeigt, wie man sich in München verlieben und unter Bayern sein weiß-blaues Wunder erleben kann. Festbier, Tracht und Prügel – «München hat mich beinahe umgebracht», stöhnte Thomas Wolfe nach einer Wiesnschlägerei. Doch trotz gebrochener Nase und etlicher Platzwunden hielt er seiner Schicksalsstadt zeitlebens die Treue. Kein Ort auf der Welt bezauberte den großen amerikanischen Schriftsteller mehr, kein Ort bescherte ihm – im Guten wie im Bösen – so überwältigende Gefühle. Auf höchst amüsante Weise wird in diesem Buch geschildert, wie aus dem Greenhorn aus North Carolina ein München-Liebhaber und Wahlbajuware wurde. Wolfe offenbart sein Schwanken zwischen Befremden und Faszination angesichts endemischer Bierseligkeit, seine aufflammende Begeisterung beim Mitschunkeln, das Glück rauschhafter Hingabe. Und nach jäher Ernüchterung finden sich just in Oberammergau segensreiche Hände, die dafür sorgen, dass die ramponierte Dichterstirn auch wieder verheilt. Ausstattung: Mit 4 Schwarz-Weiß-Abbildungen

Eugene Gant, born in 1900 to hard-drinking stone-cutter Oliver and entrepreneurial Eliza, grows up in small-town America. Both lonely outsider and passionate chronicler of American life, Eugene experiences upheaval and family tragedy before coming to realise that he must leave his home behind if he is to forge his own path in the world. This is the dazzlingly rich first novel from one of the most brilliant and mercurial voices of early twentieth-century literature.

A family with a great appetite for living is dominated by the father until an older son, Eugene is able to free himself

Wolfe's works, spanning from the 1920s to the 1940s, showcase a blend of poetic and impressionistic prose intertwined with autobiographical elements. His four lengthy novels and various shorter pieces offer a profound reflection on American culture and societal norms of the era, all viewed through his astute and analytical lens. Renowned during his lifetime, Wolfe's unique style captures the essence of his time, making his literature a significant contribution to American literary history.

Exploring the teachings of Meher Baba, this book offers a profound examination of spiritual principles alongside divine quotes from major religions, highlighting their harmony. It presents evidence of a common Divine Plan and the unity of souls, emphasizing God's consistent communication with humanity. Readers will find inspiration and a deeper understanding of faith, regardless of their religious beliefs, ultimately guiding them closer to the essence of God's Universal Love.

The collection showcases the remarkable talent of Thomas Wolfe, immersing readers in his vivid character portrayals and emotional depth. His exploration of love, identity, and the passage of time reveals profound insights into the human experience. Wolfe's unparalleled prose captures the essence of a changing nation, weaving unforgettable narratives that resonate deeply. This complete works invites readers on a literary journey through the complexities of the human heart and mind, promising an impactful experience that lingers long after the last page.

Of Time and the River is a 1935 novel by American novelist Thomas Wolfe. It is a fictionalized autobiography, using the name Eugene Gant for Wolfe's, detailing the protagonist's early and mid-twenties, during which time the character attends Harvard University, moves to New York City and teaches English at a university there, and travels overseas with the character Francis Starwick. Francis Starwick was based on Wolfe's friend, playwright Kenneth Raisbeck. The novel was published by Scribners and edited by Maxwell Perkins.