Kenneth Patchen was a poet whose work explored important social themes. His collection, The Poetry of the Negro, 1746-1970, is a significant contribution to understanding American literature. He wrote with a direct and powerful voice.
The Memoirs of a Shy Pornographer
The Memoirs of a Shy Pornographer
Synopsis
Kenneth Patchen's 1945 comic masterpiece introduces Alfred Budd of Bivalve, New Jersey, a Candide-like innocent who works part-time as a pornographer. This hilarious saga, written with Patchen's signature 'tender silliness,' is poised to charm a new generation of readers. Follow Alfred's adventures as he navigates a world that often misunderstands his unique profession and naive outlook.
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The memoirs of a shy pornographerUnknown, 1948
242 pages
Grey Walls PressLanguage: English5 editions available
