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Dive into the captivating world of tennis with this exquisite deluxe collector's edition of David Foster Wallace's legendary writings. Perfect for avid tennis enthusiasts and literature lovers alike, this stunning compilation presents five masterful essays that showcase Wallace’s unique blend of intellectual insight and passionate storytelling. Experience the thrill as the author skillfully explores the artistry of the game, paying homage to tennis legends like Roger Federer and analyzing the profound narratives behind the sport. This beautifully bound paper-over-boards edition, published by Penguin Group USA in 2016, features 158 pages filled with Wallace's unmistakable prose that celebrates the beauty and complexity of tennis. A must-have for serious tennis fans and collectors, this unique item also includes an introduction by acclaimed writer John Jeremiah Sullivan. Plus, enjoy the added benefit of free shipping, enhancing your shopping experience! Order now to immerse yourself in the world of tennis through the eyes of a literary genius. Remember, this item does not qualify for combined shipping with other products, so please allow up to 10 days for delivery.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781598534801
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2016
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Pages: 158
Description:
'I submit that tennis is the most beautiful sport there is, and also the most demanding.'
Gathered for the first time in a deluxe collector's edition, here are David Foster Wallace's legendary writings on tennis, five tour-de-force pieces written with a competitor's insight and a fan's obsessive enthusiasm. Wallace brings his dazzling literary magic to the game he loved as he celebrates the other-worldly genius of Roger Federer; offers a wickedly witty dissection of Tracy Austin's memoir; considers the artistry of Michael Joyce, a supremely disciplined athlete on the threshold of fame; resists the crush of commerce at the U.S. Open; and recalls his own career as a "near-great" junior player.
Whiting Award-winning writer John Jeremiah Sullivan provides an introduction.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781598534801
Format: Paper over boards
Year: 2016
Publisher: Penguin Group USA
Pages: 158
Description:
'I submit that tennis is the most beautiful sport there is, and also the most demanding.'
Gathered for the first time in a deluxe collector's edition, here are David Foster Wallace's legendary writings on tennis, five tour-de-force pieces written with a competitor's insight and a fan's obsessive enthusiasm. Wallace brings his dazzling literary magic to the game he loved as he celebrates the other-worldly genius of Roger Federer; offers a wickedly witty dissection of Tracy Austin's memoir; considers the artistry of Michael Joyce, a supremely disciplined athlete on the threshold of fame; resists the crush of commerce at the U.S. Open; and recalls his own career as a "near-great" junior player.
Whiting Award-winning writer John Jeremiah Sullivan provides an introduction.
This product has FREE shipping however combined shipping for other products is not available with this item. Please allow up to 10 days for shipping.
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