What is David Leavitt known for?

David Leavitt is widely recognized for his short stories and novels that often explore themes of family, relationships, and gay identity, particularly in the context of the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s and 90s.

Which David Leavitt books have been adapted?

His novel "The Lost Language of Cranes" was adapted into a BBC television film.

David Leavitt

Author • Editorb. 1961

Books: 20
Followers: 0

About

David Leavitt is the author of the novel 30 unter 40. He writes fiction.

Top genres

Literary Fiction Fiction Essays Non-Fiction Contemporary Literature

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Featured works

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The Lost Language of Cranes

David Leavitt

Equal Affections

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Arkansas

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Florence

David Leavitt

Writer and the City

Adam Mars-Jones

Series

Florence

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Frequently asked questions

David Leavitt is widely recognized for his short stories and novels that often explore themes of family, relationships, and gay identity, particularly in the context of the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s and 90s.
His novel "The Lost Language of Cranes" was adapted into a BBC television film.