Isbn: 9780671628734 - the letters of john cheever (96 risultati)

Condizione: Very Good. - A revealing self-portrait: In addition to his novels and short stories, John Cheever wrote a prodigious number of letters--sometimes thirty in a week. In The Letters of John Cheever, edited and annotated by his son Benjamin, Cheever reveals his most private thoughts to friends, famous writers, family, and lovers--all of whom he encouraged to discard what he wrote. Saving letters is like trying to preserve a kiss, he said. As a result, these letters form a story that is even more candid than his journals, and as vivid and human as any he ever invented. - An intriguing literary icon: Cheever, a complex and contradictory man, was an adulterer who wrote eloquently in praise of monogamy . a bisexual who detested any sign of sexual ambiguity. Cheever was a stranger to those closest to him and presented to the world what he thought it wanted to see. These letters display the stark contrast between his ambitions and weaknesses, while tracing his evolution as an artist. .…

Condizione: Good. - A revealing self-portrait: In addition to his novels and short stories, John Cheever wrote a prodigious number of letters--sometimes thirty in a week. In The Letters of John Cheever, edited and annotated by his son Benjamin, Cheever reveals his most private thoughts to friends, famous writers, family, and lovers--all of whom he encouraged to discard what he wrote. Saving letters is like trying to preserve a kiss, he said. As a result, these letters form a story that is even more candid than his journals, and as vivid and human as any he ever invented. - An intriguing literary icon: Cheever, a complex and contradictory man, was an adulterer who wrote eloquently in praise of monogamy . a bisexual who detested any sign of sexual ambiguity. Cheever was a stranger to those closest to him and presented to the world what he thought it wanted to see. These letters display the stark contrast between his ambitions and weaknesses, while tracing his evolution as an artist. . …

hardcover. Condizione: Good.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fair. With dust jacket. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way.

Condizione: very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Crease on cover*.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condizione: Good. - A revealing self-portrait: In addition to his novels and short stories, John Cheever wrote a prodigious number of letters--sometimes thirty in a week. In The Letters of John Cheever, edited and annotated by his son Benjamin, Cheever reveals his most private thoughts to friends, famous writers, family, and lovers--all of whom he encouraged to discard what he wrote. Saving letters is like trying to preserve a kiss, he said. As a result, these letters form a story that is even more candid than his journals, and as vivid and human as any he ever invented. - An intriguing literary icon: Cheever, a complex and contradictory man, was an adulterer who wrote eloquently in praise of monogamy . a bisexual who detested any sign of sexual ambiguity. Cheever was a stranger to those closest to him and presented to the world what he thought it wanted to see. These letters display the stark contrast between his ambitions and weaknesses, while tracing his evolution as an artist. . …

Condizione: Very Good. - A revealing self-portrait: In addition to his novels and short stories, John Cheever wrote a prodigious number of letters--sometimes thirty in a week. In The Letters of John Cheever, edited and annotated by his son Benjamin, Cheever reveals his most private thoughts to friends, famous writers, family, and lovers--all of whom he encouraged to discard what he wrote. Saving letters is like trying to preserve a kiss, he said. As a result, these letters form a story that is even more candid than his journals, and as vivid and human as any he ever invented. - An intriguing literary icon: Cheever, a complex and contradictory man, was an adulterer who wrote eloquently in praise of monogamy . a bisexual who detested any sign of sexual ambiguity. Cheever was a stranger to those closest to him and presented to the world what he thought it wanted to see. These letters display the stark contrast between his ambitions and weaknesses, while tracing his evolution as an artist. .…

Condizione: Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

Condizione: Very Good. First Edition. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Good. First Edition. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. …

Condizione: Good. First Edition. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 1st Edition. First Edition/First Printing. Fine in Fine dust jacket. A notably clean and unread copy.

Condizione: Acceptable. hardcover The item is fairly worn but still readable. Signs of wear include aesthetic issues such as scratches, worn covers, damaged binding. The item may have identifying markings on it or show other signs of previous use. May have page creases, creased spine, bent cover or markings inside. Packed with care, shipped promptly.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Torn/worn dj. Good hardcover with some shelfwear; may have previous owner's name inside. Standard-sized.

Condizione: good.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Good.

Condizione: good. Book is considered to be in good or better condition. The actual cover image may not match the stock photo. Hard cover books may show signs of wear on the spine, cover or dust jacket. Paperback book may show signs of wear on spine or cover as well as having a slight bend, curve or creasing to it. Book should have minimal to no writing inside and no highlighting. Pages should be free of tears or creasing. Stickers should not be present on cover or elsewhere, and any CD or DVD expected with the book is included. Book is not a former library copy.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Acceptable. Good dj. Sticker residue on the front dj.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. First Edition. Dust jacket covered in protective mylar sleeve.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 1st Edition. VERY GOOD HARDCOVER WITH DJ. PRIOR OWNER'S NAME INSIDE.

Hard Cover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. First Edition. book has remainder mark to bottom page ends, light edgewear; DJ has light edgewear, slight fading to spine; DJ in protective Brodart cover.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Very good hardcover in very good dust jacket protected by mylar. Some shelfwear. A great copy.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Good. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Book.

Soft Cover. Very Good. 1st Printing. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. ISBN:0-671-62873-9. Creases on covers along spine, lightly edgeworn. 397 pages.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 1st Edition. 1st printing with number 1 in line. Publisher priced dj. Light wear to book and jacket - no markings.