Tom Wolfe
William McKeen
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Tom Wolfe
Published
1995
Publisher
Twayne Publishers
Pages
171
ISBN-10
080574004X
Description
In the first book to encompass Tom Wolfe's career thus far - he was born in 1931 - William McKeen calls him "The Great Emancipator of Journalism." Tracing Wolfe's innovative work from his early days at the Washington Post and the New York Herald-Tribune through his glory days at Esquire and Rolling Stone, McKeen unravels the fascinating tale of how "the man in the white suit" pioneered the New Journalism, changing the nature of reportive writing since the 1950s. McKeen also delves into Wolfe's innovative novels, both fiction and non-fiction, from his "breakthrough" work, The Kandy-Kolored Tangerine-Flake Streamline Baby (1965) through the bestselling The Right Stuff (1979) and The Bonfire of the Vanities (1987). McKeen portrays Wolfe as a brilliant cultural observer, who, for the last half of this century, has held a funhouse mirror up to the pandemonium that is America. McKeen's study reveals how Wolfe brought journalism, once the bastard child of literature, onto a higher plane, where it remains on a par with the novel - as an art form that is not merely the means toward an end but a satisfying end in itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Tom Wolfe?
This edition of Tom Wolfe has approximately 171 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Tom Wolfe?
For most readers, Tom Wolfe typically takes between 3h 34m and 2h 23m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 42,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 2h 51m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 6 days • Estimated word count: 42,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Tom Wolfe?
The estimated word count for Tom Wolfe is approximately 42,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Tom Wolfe?
Tom Wolfe was written by William McKeen.
When was Tom Wolfe published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1995. The original work may have been published on a different date.