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Patricia Highsmith, a celebrated 20th‑century American novelist, is rendered in Joan Schenkar’s vivid biography. The narrative follows her birth in Texas, the success of her first novel *Strangers On a Train*, and the eventual exodus to Europe, while offering insight into her early work as a comic‑book writer and the richness of her literary output. Schenkar’s access to Highsmith’s archives and close associates provides a comprehensive portrait that illuminates both the public achievements and private complexities of the author.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Joan Schenkar
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