Talking at the Gates: A Life of James Baldwin - Softcover

Campbell, James

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0140123954 ISBN 13: 9780140123951

Publisher: Penguin, 1992

Synopsis

James Baldwin was one of America's finest and most influential writers. By the time he died in 1987, his books--The Fire Next Time, Go Tell It on the Mountain, Giovanni's Room, and others--had become modern classics. Campbell has written an honest, moving study of Baldwin's life and writing. Photos throughout.

About this title

Review:

"Frank and affectionate."--"Times Literary Supplement, 3/22

From the Back Cover:

"Campbell's biography is scrupulously researched and also uncovers new material about Baldwin's life and offers a well-argued case for a re-reading of Baldwin's oeuvre. Campbell knew Baldwin well, but his affection for the man has not dulled his critical pen. When I first met Baldwin he referred me to Campbell as the man to talk to if I wished to know more about his life and work."--Caryl Phillips, author of "The Atlantic Sound

About this edition

• Publisher: Penguin
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0140123954
• ISBN 13: 9780140123951
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 336