mailer, norman

A memoir of Norris Church Mailer, the wife and inspiration of author Norman Mailer. Describes the challenges of dealing with ex-wives, ex-girlfriends, and seven stepchildren, as well as Mailer's circle of celebrity friends. Discusses the challenges and passion of their thirty-three marriage till his death.

Assessment of Mailer's entire fiction and nonfiction output, placing him among one of the most influential in both genres since World War II.

Presents a selection of essays on Norman Mailer's writing from the last twenty-five years.

A guide to reading the works of Norman Mailer that included bibliographic and biographical information, excerpts from critical essays, and discussion of key themes and ideas.