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Biographies & Memoirs - Auden and Isherwood: The Berlin Years

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Drawing on much contemporary material, including Auden's fascinating unpublished diary, this book places personal experience in the context of the life of a great city: not only its political, artistic and cultural life, but the life of the streets, bars and café. It presents portraits of figures, often fascinating in their own right, with whom Auden and Isherwood came into contact, and it demonstrates how, especially in Isherwood's fiction, the raw material of daily existence was transformed into art. The wide scope of this study, which ranges from poetry and cinema to street violence and prostitution, provides a richly detailed context for its account of two writers engaged in the process of self-definition.

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Step into the captivating era of Auden and Isherwood in their Berlin years with this mesmerizing book. Delve into the personal experiences of these two renowned writers as they navigate the vibrant and tempestuous life of this great city. Immerse yourself in the political, artistic, and cultural atmosphere that shaped their creative minds. From the bustling streets to the cozy cafes, every facet of Berlin comes alive on these pages.

Get an exclusive glimpse into the intriguing lives of Auden and Isherwood as they interact with the fascinating and influential figures of their time. Unearth the hidden stories behind their encounters and discover the profound impact these relationships had on their work. In particular, Isherwood's fiction brilliantly captures the essence of daily existence, crafting a unique tapestry that effortlessly blends reality and art.

Prepare to be enthralled as you explore the vast depths of this study. It encompasses far more than poetry and cinema. It delves into the gritty underbelly of street violence and prostitution, a backdrop against which Auden and Isherwood moulded their identities as writers. This meticulous attention to detail provides a richly textured backdrop to their journey of self-discovery.

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