“It’s amazing how quickly something gets written. Now, when it comes, it can be on a bus, or in a store. I’ve stopped in Macy’s and written on a dry-goods counter and then suddenly had a whole piece of writing for myself that was accomplished, where earlier in my life I felt I had to spend a week in a house somewhere in the country in order to get that. Conditions change.”
Quote by William Goyen
Work
Goyen: Autobiographical Essays, Notebooks, Evocations, Interviews
This volume gathers a range of autobiographical materials from William Goyen, an American novelist, short story writer, and playwright known for his lyrical and introspective style. The book compiles essays that recount episodes from his life, excerpts from his notebooks that reveal his private thoughts and artistic development, evocative pieces that reflect on people, places, and memories, as well as interviews where he discusses his work and literary influences. Together, these writings offer a multifaceted portrait of Goyen's inner world and his approach to writing, drawing from his own words and reflections. more
Author
William Goyen
William Goyen was an American novelist born on April 24, 1915, and died on August 30, 1983. His works are known for their profound psychological descriptions and unique literary style, making him a significant figure in 20th-century American literature. more