In Lives of the Wives, Carmela Ciuraru delves into the complex marriages of five renowned literary couples, shedding light on the often tumultuous relationships that influenced their creative outputs. Through detailed accounts, the book examines how these partnerships navigated the intersections of love, ambition, and societal expectations. Ciuraru's narrative brings to the forefront the stories of women who, despite their own talents and aspirations, often found themselves overshadowed by their more celebrated spouses. The book not only offers intimate portraits of these relationships but also prompts readers to reconsider the narratives surrounding literary genius and the sacrifices made in its pursuit. Reviews "Delicious and infuriating...unputdownable." — The New York Times "A compulsively readable book." — The Wall Street Journal "A tour de force...The stories Ciuraru tells are gripping, horrific and sometimes funny, but most of all they are important."— The Washington Post
Book Title: Lives of the Wives: Five Literary MarriagesAuthor: Carmela CiuraruGenre: Biography / Literary CriticismISBN: 9780062356925Number of Pages: 336Publishing Date: February 7, 2023Publisher: HarperCover Type: Paperback
