A Boy's Own Story
- ISBN-10
- 0452263522
- ISBN-13
- 9780452263529
- Pages
- 217
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1983
- Publisher
- New American Library
- Author
- Edmund White
Description
Originally published in 1982 as the first of Edmund White's trilogy of autobiographical novels, A Boy's Own Story became an instant classic for its pioneering portrayal of homosexuality. The book's unnamed narrator, growing up during the 1950s, is beset by aloof parents, a cruel sister, and relentless mocking from his peers, compelling him to seek out works of art and literature as solace-and to uncover new relationships in the struggle to embrace his own sexuality. Lyrical and poignant, with powerful evocations of shame and yearning, this is an American literary treasure.
