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Introspective journey through personal and historical landscapes.
Delving into "Self-Consciousness" by John Updike is like embarking on a multi-layered discovery. The author's introspective analysis of his life and times, with the backdrop of major events like the Vietnam War, combined with his masterful prose, makes this memoir a resonant experience. It's a book that could appeal to anyone interested in the intersections of personal struggle, history, and the crafting of self-identity through the eyes of an acclaimed author.
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ISBN: 9780140121995
Authors:
John Updike
Publisher: Penguin
Date of Publication: 1990-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.81
(rated by 579 readers)
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The author has condensed his memoirs into six chapters concerning his psoriasis, his stuttering, the Vietnam War, his ancestors, religion, and his sense of self. His books include "Rabbit is Rich," the 1982 Pulitzer Prize winner, and "The Witches of Eastwick," which was made into a feature film.
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Introspective journey through personal and historical landscapes.
Delving into "Self-Consciousness" by John Updike is like embarking on a multi-layered discovery. The author's introspective analysis of his life and times, with the backdrop of major events like the Vietnam War, combined with his masterful prose, makes this memoir a resonant experience. It's a book that could appeal to anyone interested in the intersections of personal struggle, history, and the crafting of self-identity through the eyes of an acclaimed author.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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