The Selected Writings of Jean Genet [Hardcover]

Jean Genet (Author), Edmund White (Editor, Introduction)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1993

Excerpts from the novels, plays, and poems of the French convict, prostitute, and literary artist join notes from his film, The Penal Colony, letters, essays, and a rare interview, all edited by a contemporary biographer.

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Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: French

Product Details

• Hardcover: 462 pages
• Publisher: Ecco Press; 1st edition (October 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0880013311
• ISBN-13: 978-0880013314
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.9 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #801,885 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Genet Starter Book, February 13, 1997

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This review is from: Selected Writings Of Jean Genet (Ecco Companions) (Paperback)

"The Selected Writings of Jean Genet" by Edmund White is arguably the best book to read if you are not familiar with Genet's writing. White is a biographer of Genet, but more importantly he is a great fan. The book includes his brief comments at the beginning of all the excerpts, which include portions of novels, plays, short stories, essays, and an interview. The comments lay out some background information which a first-time Genet reader will find useful. After reading this book, I read many of Genet's works and each time found myself referring to "Selected Writings" for added help in understanding and analysis