Description: "A Primer for the Gradual Understanding of Gertrude Stein" by Gertrude Stein. Edited, signed and inscribed by U Robert Haas. First edition, third printing. The book itself is in excellent condition, but features underlining throughout and some toning on the spine (as pictured). Gertrude Stein (1874–1946) was an influential American writer and art collector, best known for her pioneering contributions to modernist literature. Born in Allegheny, Pennsylvania, Stein moved to Paris in 1903, where she became a central figure in the expatriate community of artists and writers. She hosted a famous salon that attracted prominent cultural figures, including Pablo Picasso, Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and others. Stein's writing is characterized by its experimental and avant-garde style, challenging conventional narrative structures. Her most famous work, "Three Lives" (1909), showcases her innovative use of language and exploration of identity. However, she is perhaps best remembered for her later works, especially "Tender Buttons" (1914), a collection of prose poems that pushed the boundaries of traditional language and syntax. Beyond her literary endeavors, Stein and her brother Leo were avid art collectors, supporting and befriending many emerging artists of the time, most notably Picasso. Her impact on literature and the arts remains significant, as she played a crucial role in shaping the development of modernist thought and expression in the early 20th century. Distinguished UCLA educator Robert Bartlett Haas was known for his extensive engagement with the works of Gertrude Stein. Haas established a lasting connection with the experimental American writer and poet. The two corresponded and met in 1946 shortly before Stein's death. A complex individual with avant-garde inclinations, Haas played a pivotal role in elucidating Stein's aesthetic goals.
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Publication Year: 1971
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Book Title: Primer for the Gradual Understanding of Gertrude Stein
Signed: Yes
Author: Gertrude Stein
Publisher: Black Sparrow Press
Genre: Literary Criticism
Topic: Women Authors
