Publishing intrigue meets poetic beauty and scandal.
If you enjoy getting a behind-the-scenes look at the drama within the publishing industry, "Muse" is a fascinating pick. Jonathan Galassi weaves a rich tapestry of literary passion and ethical entanglements, captured through the eyes of an editor deeply involved in the whims of poetic fame and deception. It's an engaging read for anyone who finds the intersection of art and business, and the hidden lives of renowned creatives, intriguing.
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ISBN: 9780385353342
Authors:
Jonathan Galassi
Publisher: Knopf
Date of Publication: 2015-06-02
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections:
Literary Fiction
Goodreads rating: 2.74
(rated by 538 readers)
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Publishing intrigue meets poetic beauty and scandal.
If you enjoy getting a behind-the-scenes look at the drama within the publishing industry, "Muse" is a fascinating pick. Jonathan Galassi weaves a rich tapestry of literary passion and ethical entanglements, captured through the eyes of an editor deeply involved in the whims of poetic fame and deception. It's an engaging read for anyone who finds the intersection of art and business, and the hidden lives of renowned creatives, intriguing.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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