Genius and Lust. A Journey Through the Major Writings of Henry Miller
New York: Grove Press, Inc., 1976. 1st Edition. Octavo, publisher's mustard cloth, spine stamped in metallic cobalt, original illustrated dust jacket.
First edition of novelist, journalist, and provocateur Norman Mailer’s critical appraisal of the fellow literary bad boy. Demonstrative of Mailer's fandom, this tribute to Miller's life and work comprises excerpts from the writings, including The Rosy Crucifixion, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, and Black Spring, commentary on each, and a discussion of lust and love in Miller’s work. Cover illustration by Norris Church. Stated first printing to copyright page. Corners gently bumped; unclipped dust jacket with light creasing and edgewear. Very good. Item #11970
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