John Glassco was a Canadian poet, memoirist, novelist, and translator. He will be remembered for his brilliant autobiography, his elegant, classical poems, his translations, and his erotica. Glassco's work is distinguished by its refined style and classical form, marking him as a significant figure in Canadian literature. His writing often explored profound human emotions and experiences with a unique sensitivity.
The original restored edition of this Canadian erotic classic explores themes of flagellation through a provocative narrative crafted by Glassco for the infamous Olympia Press. It delves into the intricacies of desire and taboo, showcasing the bold storytelling that characterizes the era's literary landscape.
Memoirs of Montparnasse is a delicious book about being young, restless, reckless, and without a care in the world. It is also the best and liveliest of the many chronicles of 1920s Paris and the exploits of the lost generation. In 1928, nineteen-year-old John Glassco escaped Montreal and his overbearing father for the wilder shores of Montparnasse. He remained there until his money ran out and his health collapsed, and he enjoyed every minute of his stay. Remarkable for their candor and humor, Glassco’s memoirs have the daft logic of a wild but utterly absorbing adventure, a tale of desire set free that is only faintly shadowed by sadness at the inevitable passage of time.
In her 80s, Giselle, an artist residing in a Cannes retirement home, embarks on a quest for revenge against her son's killers, including his own father. The story culminates in a violent night where key Mafia figures are brutally eliminated, bringing Giselle a sense of closure. Finally at peace, she returns to her cherished Luberon home to create one last painting for her gallery, symbolizing her journey from grief to resolution amidst the backdrop of the Mediterranean.
Celebrated for winning the Governor General's Award, this collection showcases a diverse range of works, including translations, selections of erotic poetry, and insightful prose commentaries. It highlights the poet's versatility and depth, offering readers a rich exploration of themes and styles.
Achtzehn Jahre alt, einen Freund und Vaters Geld im Gepäck: So bricht John Glassco auf nach Paris, um sich irgendwie mit Literatur zu beschäftigen. Doch schon nach einer Woche widmen sich die Freunde anderen Zielen: Alkohol, Sex und dem Kennenlernen von Prominenten. Glassco erzählt charmant und unverfroren in einer Mischung aus Dichtung und Wahrheit aus der Zeit, in der Paris noch ein Fest fürs Leben war: Picasso, Gertrude Stein und James Joyce sind dort, und John Glassco verbringt seine Zeit in Hinterhöfen, Kneipen, Ballsälen und Bordellen. Sein autobiografischer Bericht ist ein herrliches, spontanes Zeugnis des literarischen Paris der zwanziger Jahre.