Sue Prideaux ist eine englische Romanautorin und Biografin. Ihre Schriften tauchen tief in das Leben von Künstlern und die menschliche Psyche ein und erforschen ihre kreativen Prozesse mit tiefem Einblick. Prideaux verwebt meisterhaft historischen Kontext mit intimen Porträts und bietet den Lesern ein fesselndes und tiefgründiges Leseerlebnis.
Das Leben des Friedrich Nietzsche
Erleben Sie das faszinierende Leben von Friedrich Nietzsche, geprägt von seiner christlichen Erziehung, dem Tod seines Vaters und seiner Zeit in den Schweizer Alpen. Sein Werk „Zarathustra“ und sein Kampf mit dem Nihilismus führen zu einem dramatischen Wahnsinn. Nietzsche bleibt ein einzigartiges, einflussreiches und tragisches philosophisches Ereignis.
A ground-breaking and stylish biography of one of the most misunderstood and yet towering figures in contemporary thought, destined to become a modern classic.
The biography of the artist who created the most haunting icon of the twentieth century
The author looks at the life of the playwright best known for the work Miss Julie, paying special attention to how real life inspired the ideas, premises and characters of his plays and other literary works.
This biography offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of Paul Gauguin, a groundbreaking yet controversial artist. It stands out as the first full biography in over three decades, presenting a fresh perspective on his life and work. The author, known for their engaging writing style, combines wit with deep knowledge, making the narrative both informative and entertaining. Enhanced by 70 full-color illustrations, the book invites readers to appreciate Gauguin's artistic legacy and the complexities of his character.
Both Oscarsson brothers have fine wives—Charlotta is pretty and elegant, while Moscow-born Katya is regarded as salacious and troubled. When Katya vanishes in San Francisco, Charotta is left with the pieces—and with the daughter, the second Katya, who burns as brilliantly as her mother.
