The Short History of a Prince
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The Short History of a Prince by Jane Hamilton
Walter McCloud is a boy with dreams unlike most. Introduced as a child to the genius of Balanchine and the lyricism of Tchaikovsky, Walter has always aspired to be a dancer. As he grows older, it becomes clear that despite his desire, he lacks the talent, and he faces the painful knowledge that his more gifted friends have already surpassed him.Soon, however, that pain is overshadowed when his older brother, Daniel, finds a strange lump on his neck and Walter realizes that a happy family can change overnight. The year that follows transforms the McClouds, as they try to hold together in the face of the fearful consequences of Daniel's illness, and Walter makes discoveries about himself and his friendships that will change him forever.
Decades later, after Walter has left home and returned, he must come to terms with the memories of that year, and grapple once and for all with the challenge of carving out a place for himself in this all-too-familiar world.
A moving story of the torments of sexuality and the redemptive power of family and friendship, The Short History of a Prince confirms Jane Hamilton's place as a preeminent novelist of our time.
Jane Hamilton's books have received literary awards, been adapted into films, and became international bestsellers; two of them, The Book of Ruth and A Map of the World, were Oprah's Book Club selections. Her nonfiction has appeared in publications such as the New York Times, Washington Post, Allure, O, The Oprah Magazine, Elle, and anthologies. She resides in Wisconsin with her husband, an apple grower.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780385479486 |
| ISBN 10 | 0385479484 |
| Title | The Short History of a Prince |
| Author | Jane Hamilton |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc |
| Year published | 1999-03-16 |
| Number of pages | 368 |
| Prizes | Nominated for Orange Prize for Fiction 1999 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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