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John Lahr presents a comprehensive, meticulously researched biography of Tennessee Williams, illuminating the playwright’s complex family dynamics, creative triumphs and setbacks, and personal struggles. By detailing his relationships, gender identity, and the controversies surrounding his death and estate, Lahr provides a nuanced view of the man behind iconic works such as "A Streetcar Named Desire," "The Glass Menagerie," and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." The book is celebrated as a New York Times‑reviewed bestseller and a Lambda Literary Award winner.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: John Lahr
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