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Book Synopsis: No one has been more frank, lucid, rueful and entertaining about growing up gay in Middle America than Edmund White. Best known for his autobiographical novels, starting with A Boy's Own Story, White here takes fiction out of his story and delivers the facts of his life in all their shocking and absorbing verity. From an adolescence in the 1950s, an era that tried to "cure his homosexuality" but found him "unsalvageable," he emerged into a 1960s society that redesignated his orientation as "acceptable (nearly)." He describes a life touched by psychotherapy in every decade, starting with his flamboyant and demanding therapist mother, who considered him her own personal test case -- and personal escort to cocktail lounges after her divorce. His father thought that even wearing a wristwatch was effeminate, though custodial visits to Dad in Cincinnati inadvertently initiated White into the culture of "hustlers and johns" that changed his life. In My Lives, White shares his enthusiasms and his passions -- for Paris, for London, for Jean Genet -- and introduces us to his lovers and predilections, past and present. "Now that I'm sixty-five," writes White, "I think this is a good moment to write a memoir. . . . Sixty-five is the right time for casting a backward glance, while one is still fully engaged in one's life."
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Immerse yourself in the captivating journey of Edmund White's life through his groundbreaking autobiography, My Lives. Discover a raw and honest account of his experiences growing up gay in Middle America, a narrative that is as shocking as it is riveting. From the struggles of the 1950s to the breakthroughs of the 1960s, White's story will leave you spellbound with its candid portrayal of love, loss, and self-discovery.
Explore the depths of White's psyche as he navigates a society that attempts to suppress his true identity while grappling with his own internal conflicts. My Lives peels back the layers of his past, revealing the tumultuous relationships and poignant moments that have shaped his worldview and creative spirit. This is a memoir that transcends boundaries and resonates with authenticity.
Join Edmund White on a profound journey of personal growth, resilience, and acceptance in My Lives. As he delves into his fondest memories, heartbreaks, and musings, you'll find yourself drawn into a world where vulnerability is celebrated and individuality is cherished. My Lives is not just a book—it's a testament to the power of storytelling and the indomitable spirit of the human experience.
Ready to embark on a transformative literary odyssey with Edmund White in My Lives? Embrace the candidness and wisdom of a seasoned author as he bares his soul on the pages of this extraordinary autobiography. Let My Lives inspire and enlighten you, as you witness the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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