About the book
All loved, and were loved by, their artists, and inspired them with an intensity of emotion akin to Eros.
In a brilliant, wry, and provocative book, National Book Award finalist Francine Prose explores the complex relationship between the artist and his muse. In so doing, she illuminates with great sensitivity and intelligence the elusive emotional wellsprings of the creative process.
Editions of Lives of the Muses
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780060555252
- EBook
- ISBN 9780061748509
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All loved, and were loved by, their artists, and inspired them with an intensity of emotion akin to Eros.
In a brilliant, wry, and provocative book, National Book Award finalist Francine Prose explores the complex relationship between the artist and his muse. In so doing, she illuminates with great sensitivity and intelligence the elusive emotional wellsprings of the creative process.
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What is Lives of the Muses about?
All loved, and were loved by, their artists, and inspired them with an intensity of emotion akin to Eros.
In a brilliant, wry, and provocative book, National Book Award finalist Francine Prose explores the complex relationship between the artist and his muse. In so doing, she illuminates with great sensitivity and intelligence the elusive emotional wellsprings of the creative process.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Lives of the Muses?
Biography, Literature and Literary studies > Biography and non-fiction prose > Biography: general > Biography: arts and entertainment
Where can I read a sample of Lives of the Muses?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780060555252
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Lives of the Muses?
Francine Prose
Who is the Publisher of the book Lives of the Muses?
HarperCollins
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Lives of the Muses is available as paperback(ISBN 9780060555252) and ebook(ISBN 9780061748509)
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