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Max Perkins
Rated 4.17 out of 5 based on 12 customer ratings
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SKU: 9781471147043
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Discover the untold story of Max Perkins, the legendary editor behind F. Scott Fitzgerald, Ernest Hemingway, and Thomas Wolfe. This National Book Award-winning biography delves into his life, from stormy marriage and secret romance to his profound impact on 20th-century literature. Explore the man behind the literary giants. ISBN: 9781471147043
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Esha Kumari –
A decent read, though I wish it focused more on his direct editing work. I found the personal life details less interesting.
Aditya Bhardwaj –
This book felt exhaustive but really well researched! It taught me a lot about Max and those authors.
Tejas Vinod Dhoke –
An interesting man, but I found it hard to feel connected to Perkins through this book. It was missing something.
Harshad Bromania –
The writing style was engaging. Max’s journey to success was very inspiring. Will read again!
Sanket Nagnath Deshmukh –
A fascinating look into the life of a literary giant maker. The author got into the small details and brought Max Perkins to life.
Ankita Shaw –
A bit slow-paced, but the depth of research is impressive. Good for serious literary buffs.
Sai Srinivas Chinnam –
Deeply insightful biography. Provides great context for understanding the works of Fitzgerald and the rest.
Shashwat Anand –
I enjoyed learning about Perkins’ influence. At some points the writing was too dry for me, but overall a solid biography.
Aniket Narendra Rodge –
Wonderful account of literary history, Max was an inspiration. I especially enjoyed learning about his work with Hemingway.
Pragati Bisht –
Not a bad book, but it took me a while to get through it. I got lost in all the names and publications.
Vimlesh Pathak –
Perkins’ story is compelling, but this book felt a bit long and sometimes repetitive. Still worth a read for lit fans.
Saloni Lulla –
Excellent biography! I didn’t realize how much editors shape literature. A must-read for writers and readers alike.