Difficult Women: A Memoir of Three (New York Review Books Classics)

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Book Synopsis: David Plante's dazzling portraits of three influential women in the literary world, now back in print for the first time in decades. Difficult Women presents portraits of three extraordinary, complicated, and, yes, difficult women, while also raising intriguing and, in their own way, difficult questions about the character and motivations of the keenly and often cruelly observant portraitist himself.

The book begins with David Plante’s portrait of Jean Rhys in her old age, when the publication of The Wide Sargasso Sea, after years of silence that had made Rhys’s great novels of the 1920s and ’30s as good as unknown, had at last gained genuine recognition for her. Rhys, however, can hardly be said to be enjoying her new fame. A terminal alcoholic, she curses and staggers and rants like King Lear on the heath in the hotel room that she has made her home, while Plante looks impassively on.

Sonia Orwell is his second subject, a suave exploiter and hapless victim of her beauty and social prowess, while the unflappable, brilliant, and impossibly opinionated Germaine Greer sails through the final pages, ever ready to set the world, and any erring companion, right.

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Discover the captivating world of Difficult Women: A Memoir of Three. David Plante's mesmerizing collection of portraits brings to life three remarkable women who have left an indelible mark on the literary world. Released after a long hiatus, this book is a must-read for anyone seeking insights into the complexity of extraordinary women.

Delve into the enigmatic mind of Jean Rhys, a literary figure who finally gained recognition for her masterpieces after years of obscurity. Plante captures Rhys in her old age, portraying her alcoholism-fueled struggles with haunting realism. Witness the raw emotion and unfiltered truth as Plante observes Rhys like an impartial observer, evoking memories of Shakespeare's tragic King Lear.

Introducing Sonia Orwell, a woman whose beauty and social prowess became both her greatest asset and her ultimate downfall. Plante expertly weaves a tale of exploitation and vulnerability, immersing readers in the complexities of Orwell's life. Unravel the layers of her character and gain a deeper understanding of the human experience.

Lastly, emerge into the world of Germaine Greer, the unflappable and brilliantly opinionated woman who fearlessly challenges societal norms. Plante's portrayal of Greer is nothing short of exhilarating, as he brings to life her unwavering spirit and undeniable magnetism. Prepare to have your world shaken as Greer fearlessly tackles the status quo and stands up for what she believes in.

With Difficult Women: A Memoir of Three, David Plante explores the intricate personalities of these influential women, while also inviting readers to introspect on their own character and motivations. It's a journey that will leave you questioning and pondering long after you've turned the last page. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of Difficult Women.

Discover the captivating world of Difficult Women: A Memoir of Three

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