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James Leo Herlihy

    James Leo Herlihy was an American novelist and playwright whose works were frequently adapted for the screen. His writing is characterized by a profound insight into the human psyche and an exploration of complex interpersonal relationships. Through his unique prose, he captured the tension and paradoxical nature of modern life, securing his place among significant voices in American literature.

    Mitternachts-Cowboy
    Ich und dieser Berry-berry
    Die Zeit der Hexe
    All Fall Down
    Blue Denim: a New Play
    Midnight Cowboy
    • 2021
    • 1968

      Midnight Cowboy is the powerful and unforgettable novel of the compelling need of human beings for one another -- a wrenching story of pain and loss. Freewheeling loser Joe Buck arrives in New York City and embarks on a quest to live the American dream. Along the way he meets street hustler and petty criminal Ratso Rizzo. Together, the two form an extraordinary relationship full of heartbreak and hope, resulting in a compelling American novel about the bonds of friendship. This classic novel, originally published in 1965, was the source of the Oscar -winning film starring Dustin Hoffman and Jon Voight.

      Midnight Cowboy