ISBN: 9780140144574 - working days: the journals of 'the grapes of wrath': 1938-1941 (9 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. John Steinbeck wrote The Grapes of Wrath during an astonishing burst of activity between June and October of 1938. Throughout the time he was creating his greatest work, Steinbeck faithfully kept a journal revealing his arduous journey toward its completion. The journal, like the novel it chronicles, tells a tale of dramatic proportions--of dogged determination and inspiration, yet also of paranoia, self-doubt, and obstacles. It records in intimate detail the conception and genesis of The Grapes of Wrath and its huge though controversial success. It is a unique and penetrating portrait of an emblematic American writer creating an essential American masterpiece.…

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. John Steinbeck wrote The Grapes of Wrath during an astonishing burst of activity between June and October of 1938. Throughout the time he was creating his greatest work, Steinbeck faithfully kept a journal revealing his arduous journey toward its completion. The journal, like the novel it chronicles, tells a tale of dramatic proportions--of dogged determination and inspiration, yet also of paranoia, self-doubt, and obstacles. It records in intimate detail the conception and genesis of The Grapes of Wrath and its huge though controversial success. It is a unique and penetrating portrait of an emblematic American writer creating an essential American masterpiece. …

Paperback. Zustand: Good. John Steinbeck wrote The Grapes of Wrath during an astonishing burst of activity between June and October of 1938. Throughout the time he was creating his greatest work, Steinbeck faithfully kept a journal revealing his arduous journey toward its completion. The journal, like the novel it chronicles, tells a tale of dramatic proportions--of dogged determination and inspiration, yet also of paranoia, self-doubt, and obstacles. It records in intimate detail the conception and genesis of The Grapes of Wrath and its huge though controversial success. It is a unique and penetrating portrait of an emblematic American writer creating an essential American masterpiece. …

Paperback. Zustand: Fine.

Zustand: Good. 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.

Soft cover. Zustand: Very Good. A very clean copy. A collection of John Steinbeck's journal entries written while he was creating The Grapes of Wrath, offering an unusually intimate view of the writing of a major American novel. He records his daily progress while discussing exhaustion, self-doubt, family life, financial pressures and his determination to portray the experiences of migrant workers truthfully. The journals reveal both the practical discipline behind the novel and Steinbeck's anxieties about whether he could successfully transform his research and convictions into fiction. …

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. reprint edition. 240 pages. 7.75x5.25x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Zustand: Very Good.