“Of the whole public not a handful can understand the artist's point of view or the writer's conscience.”
Quote by Maxwell Perkins
Work
To Loot My Life Clean: The Thomas Wolfe--Maxwell Perkins Correspondence
To Loot My Life Clean: The Thomas Wolfe--Maxwell Perkins Correspondence presents a unique perspective on the literary collaboration between Thomas Wolfe and Maxwell Perkins. The correspondence, spanning several years, reveals the editorial guidance and personal insights that shaped Wolfe's work. It provides a rare look into the minds of two influential figures in American literature, offering readers a deeper understanding of their creative partnership. more
Author
Maxwell Perkins
Maxwell Perkins was a renowned American editor, born on September 20, 1884, and died on June 17, 1947. His contributions to the literary world were primarily in guiding and supporting several famous authors, such as F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway. Perkins was known for his deep understanding of literary works and his editing skills. more
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