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The Diary of Anais Nin, Vol. 1: 1931-1934 [Paperback]

Anais Nin
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Book Description

March 19, 1969
This celebrated volume begins when Nin is about to publish her first book and ends when she leaves Paris for New York. Edited and with a Preface by Gunther tuhlmann; Index.

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About the Author

Ana-s Nin (1903-1977) was born in Paris and aspired at an early age to be a writer. An influential artist and thinker, she was the author of several novels, short stories, critical studies, a collection of essays, two volumes of erotica, and nine published volumes of her Diary.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: Mariner Books (March 19, 1969)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0156260255
  • ISBN-13: 978-0156260251
  • Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #58,569 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Nin's work is intense, moving, alive and brutally honest. "hvanvleet"  |  5 reviewers made a similar statement
For newbies, read the synopsis of Anais Nin and Henry Miller at "wikipedia." Bruce Oksol  |  4 reviewers made a similar statement
I highly recommend all of her diaries and her fiction. Marion  |  4 reviewers made a similar statement
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115 of 120 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The centerpiece of Anais Nin's controversial career November 18, 2003
Format:Paperback
After decades of producing fiction that was rejected by mainstream readership and reviewers for being self-centered, exotic in prose, filled with psychological theory, and coterie in style, Anais finally found acceptance by integrating all of the above in this published version of her diary. Timing is everything, I suppose. The world of the 1930s-50s simply was not ready for her. The Aquarian generation of the 1960s was. When originally published this volume did not have a number in the title because no one thought it would sell enough to warrant a second volume. To the surprise of many, it would become the first in seven volumes - and then over 20 years later the unexpurgated versions of her diaries would be published, revealing that Anais was at the time having an affair with Henry Miller. Eventually this material would be fashioned into the movie "Henry and June" (which I highly recommend). It would also pave the way for the re-issue of many of Anais Nin's long since out-of-print earlier fiction.

Anais Nin began a letter to her father, on the ship that carried her, her mother and brothers, away from him, away from Europe and to New York City. The letter was never sent (her mother did not think it appropriate), but instead developed into a diary she would continue to keep for decades. In this volume we meet Anais Nin living just outside of Paris with her husband, banker Hugh Guiler (who is barely visible in the diary, a point of contention for many who did not know that this was at his request). She has just published her study of DH Lawrence and is about to meet Henry Miller and his fascinating wife June (Nin's descriptions of June are among the most beautiful portions of her work). Her father soon reenters her life. This is a very exciting time in her life!

But what have I listed above? Nothing but a pile of facts. Facts are often boring, and seldom poetic - two accusations rarely leveled against Anais Nin. It was only after submerging myself in the history of this volume that I came to realize this: the linear history of this diary does not really matter; the accusations that Anais Nin lied about her life are immaterial. Anais Nin had a beautiful way with words and she was a master of crafting an image, of creating a persona. She was not truly the person she portrays in this volume, which she edited with Gunther Stuhlmann. But this is a beautiful and unique piece of literature that paved the way for many future artists, particularly female writers (Alice Walker has praised her work as profoundly liberating, and I can't help but think Maya Angelou took a cue from Anais Nin's concept of the continuous autobiographical novel). I have come to believe that it is not the possibility that she lied about her life that has upset so many people (some of whom refer to this as a "liary"), but that a woman should have such control over her own portrayal all the while defying so many of society's conventions.

Anais Nin may not have truly been the woman she portrays in this or future volumes, but it is the woman she wanted to believe she was - wanted the world to believe she was. I find that quite revealing, as revealing as any diary should be.

Andrew Olivo
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5.0 out of 5 stars BREATHTAKING PORTRAIT OF A WOMAN! May 10, 2000
Format:Paperback
I first read the diaries in the 1970's and have reread them several times since. Anais shows the world the mind, psyche, soul and intellect of a woman seeking to squeeze every little drop out of life that she can. And she does. Her writing is pure poetry and never fails to inspire me. I highly recommend all of her diaries and her fiction. Never before in history has a woman so completely documented her inner life and dreams. Some of the most beautiful writing I've ever read.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiration for Young Writers and Young Women January 24, 2000
Format:Paperback
Throughout my young adulthood, Anais's words have been immeasurably inspiring, contributing to both my creative writing and my establishment of my identity. I extend the highest recommendations for this stunningly-worded, beautifully honest masterpiece.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
2.0 out of 5 stars beautifully written book cheaply produced
This is a wonderful book, however, this printing is cheap. The paper is thin and has a newsprint quality and the type quality is poor. Read more
Published 3 months ago by chet naylor
4.0 out of 5 stars Essential to the female writer
This is an extremely slow read. About five percent of it is French. Not enough to disturb the flow. Her style of journaling is story-like. I admired her depth and honesty. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Trelani M. Hall
5.0 out of 5 stars Masterpiece
She is just vivid and colorful. I read Anais Nin for 30 mins before I start my creative writing. He descriptions are just marvelous.
Published 4 months ago by Jayla Jones from secretsexparty
2.0 out of 5 stars Not No, but hell no
If you read my review of Anais' "Journal of Love", you must certainly have discerned my feelings about this Diary.
Published 6 months ago by James D. Broome
5.0 out of 5 stars I'm obsessed
Anais Nin is my new best friend. I am obsessed with reading her journals. I look forward to reading them all in order.
Published 7 months ago by Rebecca Rebouche
5.0 out of 5 stars my college years
i used to carry this book around when me to coffee shops in berkeley, ca when i was gonig to college. Read more
Published 8 months ago by josey
5.0 out of 5 stars All Time Favorite.
One day I'm scouring about the bookstore at a local mall and off the bookshelf falls this book onto my feet. That's the day I discovered Anais Nin. I couldn't put the book down. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Miriel Robles
5.0 out of 5 stars Growing Up Anais
Most of these reviews seem to be reviews of the entire sweep of the work of Anais Nin. I wish only to address this volume. Read more
Published 24 months ago by James F. Morris
4.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Throughout her lifetime, Nin considered her diary to be her closest friend and confident. Through her diary she was able to express many things that she could not possibly say out... Read more
Published on May 16, 2011 by Kathryn's Inbox
3.0 out of 5 stars A bubble punctured
It took me a long time, but I finally tracked down and read all the volumes of Nin's autobiography. The first time was in the days before Amazon, so it was not easy. Read more
Published on August 14, 2010 by Acoustica
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