Truth and Beauty
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Truth and Beauty
From the bestselling author of The Dutch House, Commonwealth and Bel Canto, Winner of The Women’s Prize for Fiction and the Pen/Faulkner Award.
Ann Patchett and Lucy Grealy first crossed paths in college, marking the beginning of a transformative friendship that would define both their lives. Lucy Grealy, who lost a significant portion of her jaw to childhood cancer, faced relentless rounds of chemotherapy and an almost unbearable cycle of reconstructive surgeries. Despite the physical and emotional scars left by her illness, Lucy possessed an irresistible charm and a radiant personality that drew people to her, even as she battled with the demons of bullying and a longing for fame.
In this tender yet brutal memoir, Ann Patchett offers a nuanced and heartfelt account of Lucy’s tumultuous life and her own steadfast platonic love for Lucy. Truth and Beauty isn't just a story; it’s an exploration of the depth and complexities of enduring friendship. Patchett captures the essence of their shared journey with an honesty that is both beautiful and heart-wrenching, documenting their moments of camaraderie and comedy, their shared trials and sorrows.
The narrative shines as a testament to unwavering commitment through life's myriad of experiences—be it success or failure, joy or despair, sanity or struggle. Patchett eloquently portrays what it means to be an integral part of another person's life, where two lives become beautifully and inextricably intertwined. This memoir is both a celebration and an elegy, a vividly painted portrait of what it truly means to love and to be loved unconditionally.
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Truth and Beauty is Ann Patchett's heartfelt account of her deep and complex friendship with Lucy Grealy. The book offers a candid and vivid portrayal of their intense bond, marked by both joy and tragedy. Patchett's narration is detailed and poignant, capturing the essence of their unique connection with honesty and emotional depth.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780007196784
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 April 2005
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Fourth Estate Ltd
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 17.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 180g
Pages: 272
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About the Author
Ann Patchett is originally from Los Angeles and is a graduate of Sarah Lawrence College. She is the author of two earlier novels, The Patron Saint of Liars and Taft. She lives in Nashville and is the Tennessee Williams Fellow in Creative Writing at the University of the South
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