Books
A Memoir
What's it about
Ever wonder what it's like to build a life around the love of books? This memoir takes you inside the mind of a legendary author and bookseller, revealing the passion, obsession, and sheer joy of a world dedicated to the written word. You'll discover the stories behind the stories, from McMurtry's Texas bookstore filled with nearly half a million volumes to his adventures as a Hollywood scout. Learn how a deep connection to books can shape your identity, fuel your creativity, and become your life's greatest adventure.
Meet the author
Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Lonesome Dove and an Academy Award-winning screenwriter, Larry McMurtry was one of America's most revered storytellers of the West. As a lifelong, obsessive reader and antiquarian bookseller for over four decades, he transformed his personal passion for collecting into a legendary career. His memoir offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a man who lived a life surrounded by, and dedicated to, the printed word, making him the ultimate authority on the world of books.
What's it about
Ever wonder what it's like to build a life around the love of books? This memoir takes you inside the mind of a legendary author and bookseller, revealing the passion, obsession, and sheer joy of a world dedicated to the written word. You'll discover the stories behind the stories, from McMurtry's Texas bookstore filled with nearly half a million volumes to his adventures as a Hollywood scout. Learn how a deep connection to books can shape your identity, fuel your creativity, and become your life's greatest adventure.
Meet the author
Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Lonesome Dove and an Academy Award-winning screenwriter, Larry McMurtry was one of America's most revered storytellers of the West. As a lifelong, obsessive reader and antiquarian bookseller for over four decades, he transformed his personal passion for collecting into a legendary career. His memoir offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a man who lived a life surrounded by, and dedicated to, the printed word, making him the ultimate authority on the world of books.
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