The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas

The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas

by Gertrude Stein
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 13/11/2022

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Gertrude Stein's 'The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas' provides a unique literary experience as it is written in the form of an autobiography, but from the perspective of Alice B. Toklas, Stein's partner. The book blurs the lines between truth and fiction, with Toklas narrating anecdotes and adventures of the famous writers and artists who frequented their Paris salon. Stein's avant-garde writing style, characterized by repetition and stream-of-consciousness, adds an experimental touch to the narrative, making it a challenging yet rewarding read within the modernist literary context. The book offers a glimpse into the Parisian art scene of the early 20th century, showcasing the relationships and creative processes of influential figures such as Pablo Picasso and Ernest Hemingway. Through Toklas's voice, Stein explores themes of identity, memory, and the subjective nature of storytelling. Gertrude Stein, known for her innovative approach to language and form, drew inspiration from her personal experiences and relationships to create this unconventional autobiography. As a prominent figure in the modernist movement, Stein's literary experiments continue to captivate readers and scholars alike. 'The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas' is a must-read for those interested in avant-garde literature, art history, and the complexities of autobiographical writing.

ISBN:
8596547385608
8596547385608
Category:
Literature: history & criticism
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
13-11-2022
Language:
English
Publisher:
DigiCat
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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