The Judgment Of Paris

The Judgment of Paris is a novel written by Gore Vidal, first published in 1952. The story is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the character of Peter Sargent, a young American writer who travels to Paris to pursue his literary career. Sargent is fascinated by the bohemian lifestyle of the Parisian artists and intellectuals, and he becomes involved in a love triangle with two women: the beautiful and sophisticated Jacqueline and the talented but troubled Anne.As Sargent navigates the complex social and artistic scene of Paris, he becomes embroiled in a scandal involving a famous art critic and the theft of a valuable painting. The novel explores themes of art, love, ambition, and betrayal, and offers a vivid portrait of the vibrant cultural scene of Paris in the early 20th century.The Judgment of Paris is widely regarded as one of Vidal's best works, praised for its sharp wit, elegant prose, and insightful commentary on the world of art and literature. The novel is a rich and engaging read, offering a glimpse into a fascinating period of history and a compelling story of love and ambition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Gore Vidal
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Published: 04/07/2012
Pages: 374
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.47lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d
ISBN: 9781258268961

About the Author
Gore Vidal is the author of twenty-four novels, seven plays, many screenplays, more than two hundred essays, and a memoir. Winner of the National Book Award for United States: 1952-92, Vidal lives in Los Angeles.

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