Gertrude Stein - Ultimate Collection: Novels, Short Stories, Poems, Plays, Essays & Memoirs

Gertrude Stein - Ultimate Collection: Novels, Short Stories, Poems, Plays, Essays & Memoirs

by Gertrude Stein
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Publication Date: 05/12/2023

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"Gertrude Stein - Ultimate Collection: Novels, Short Stories, Poems, Plays, Essays & Memoirs" is an extensive compilation that showcases Stein's pioneering literary style, marked by her innovative use of language and unique narrative techniques. This collection illustrates her revolutionary approach to writing, blending modernist elements with a keen focus on the rhythms of language and the emotional undercurrents of identity. Stein's works, including her notable prose and poetry, challenge conventional forms, emphasizing repetition and clarity to delve deep into themes of existence, perception, and the nature of art itself, making her a significant figure in the literary canon of the early 20th century. Gertrude Stein was not only a prolific writer but also an influential figure in the avant-garde movement, surrounded by artists and intellectuals in Paris, including Picasso and Hemingway. Her experiences as a Jewish-American expatriate, her interest in the psychology of self, and her role in shaping modernist thought profoundly informed her writing. These elements conspired to create an oeuvre that is as intellectually stimulating as it is artistically groundbreaking, reflecting both personal and collective narratives. For readers seeking to explore the complexities of modern literature, Stein's collection serves as an essential gateway. This compilation is not just a retrospective of her work but an invitation to engage with her limitless creativity and perception of reality. Dive into this rich resource and discover the transformative power of Stein'Äôs literary genius.

ISBN:
8596547688112
8596547688112
Category:
Anthologies (non-poetry)
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
05-12-2023
Language:
English
Publisher:
GoodPress
Gertrude Stein

Gertrude Stein (1874-1946) was a writer, art-collector, and advocate for the avant-garde. Born in Pennsylvania, she studied psychology at Harvard and attended medical school, dropping out in her fourth year to move to Paris with her brother Leo.

Here she played a crucial role in shaping the burgeoning European avant-garde, hosting literary salons that counted Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse and Ernest Hemingway among the visitors. She was the author of countless poems, plays and shorter works, as well as books including Three Lives, The Making of the Americans, Tender Buttons and The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas - a memoir written in the voice of her life partner of many decades, Alice.

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