Paul Bowles, a novelist known for his naturalistic explorations of life on the fringes of society, delved into themes of alienation, identity, and cultural clashes. His formative years in New York and his time in Paris, where he became part of Gertrude Stein's artistic circle, shaped his literary voice. He was deeply invested in psychological realism, offering stark depictions of his characters and their often inhospitable environments. His work is characterized by a cool, objective diction and a fascination with distant, exotic locales that serve as backdrops for universal human dramas.
Master storyteller Paul Bowles delivers a compelling addition to the Art of the Story series, showcasing his exceptional talent in the short form. Celebrated for its enchanting narratives, this collection is deemed "essential reading" for those who appreciate the magic of concise storytelling. Bowles' unique voice and ability to evoke powerful imagery and emotion make this work a must-read for fans of the genre.
Sämtliche Gedichte
Die mit diesem zweisprachigen Buch vorliegenden Gedichte von Paul Bowles stammen aus dem 1981 bei der Black Sparrow Press erschienenen Band "Next to Nothing - Collected Poems 1926-1977". Er umfasst sämtliche zu Lebzeiten veröffentlichte Lyrik des legendären Autors von "The Sheltering Sky" (dt. Himmel über der Wüste), übersetzt und herausgegeben von Jonis Hartmann.
The journal captures Paul Bowles' daily life between 1987 and 1989, blending mundane events with profound observations. It offers a unique glimpse into the mind of an artist exploring a new medium, showcasing his keen eye for detail—from the behavior of a wandering spider to a violent incident in a Tangier marketplace and the extravagance of Malcolm Forbes's birthday celebration. This candid portrayal reveals Bowles' experiences and reflections, presenting a vivid snapshot of life in late twentieth-century Tangier.
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The book offers a profound exploration of Moroccan culture through a collection of vivid vignettes that encapsulate the nation's history, emotions, and experiences. Bowles masterfully captures the essence of Morocco, transporting readers through its landscapes and highlighting the beliefs and traits of its people. Each vignette serves as a resonant image, inviting readers to engage deeply with the rich tapestry of Moroccan life and its centuries-old traditions.
Paul Bowles' short fiction showcases a distinctive style that blends beauty with terror, creating a haunting atmosphere. The stories explore themes of isolation and moral dilemmas, such as a Protestant missionary's crisis of faith in "Pastor Dowe at Tecaté" and a husband's abandonment of his wife in "Call at Corazón." In "Allal," a boy's transformation into a serpent leads to tragedy. The collection also features acclaimed pieces like "The Delicate Prey" and "A Distant Episode," the latter hailed by Tennessee Williams as a masterpiece.
Will capitalism destroy us or liberate us? Capitalism stands unrivalled as the economic system of our times. Since the collapse of the Soviet bloc, the world has become a stage for capital, and yet despite this dominance, capitalism is still not well-understood. This is a guide to thinking about capitalism, both as an ideology and as an economic system. It asks: what are the central, unchanging features of capitalism? How does capitalism vary from place to place and over time? Is capitalism a system which is natural and free? Or is it unjust and unstable? And what about todays global capitalism? Answers to these questions and many more are sought through analysing the life of this world-shaping idea and of the writings of leading thinkers such as Adam Smith, Milton Friedman, Francis Fukuyama, John Maynard Keynes and Karl Marx.
This book presents three gripping tales set in harsh, sun-soaked environments, exploring themes of vengeance, abandonment, and violence within a surreal horror realm. The stories included are "The Delicate Prey," "A Distant Episode," and "The Circular Ruins."
Inmore than forty essays and articles that range from Paris to Ceylon, Thailand to Kenya, and, of course, Morocco, the great twen-tieth-century American writer encapsulates his long and full life, and sheds light on his brilliant fiction. Whether he’s recalling the cold-water artists’ flats of Paris’s Left Bank or the sun-worshipping eccentrics of Tangier, Paul Bowles imbues every piece with a deep intelligence and the acute perspective of his rich experience of the world. Woven throughout are photographs from the renowned author’s private archive, which place him, his wife, the writer Jane Bowles, and their many friends and compatriots in the landscapes his essays bring so vividly to life. With an introduction by Paul Theroux and a chronology by Daniel Halpern
The book features insights from Paul Bowles, exploring his unique perspective on life, culture, and the creative process. Through his reflections, readers gain an understanding of his experiences as a writer and composer, as well as his encounters with diverse cultures, particularly in Morocco. Bowles delves into themes of existentialism, the nature of art, and the complexities of human relationships, offering a thought-provoking look at the interplay between art and life.