Back Street
Vintage Movie Classics
Published on 25. March 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
480 pages
978-0-8041-7067-3 (ISBN)
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The bestselling story behind Ross Hunter's classic melodrama starring Susan Hayward and John Gavin.
When "fly girl" and gorgeous socialite Ray Schmidt first meets Walter Saxel in Cincinnati, their attraction is instant and everlasting. As their bond deepens, Ray finds herself envisioning a future with Walter, until one fateful day when the settling of her family affairs interferes with their plans to meet, and his relationship with another woman forms. Though years pass and Ray manages to carve out a life for herself in New York City, Walter remains in her memory, and a chance run-in with him leads them both to fall into their former ways. What unfolds is the fascinating tale of what life was for selfless, devoted Ray, a prisoner to her love for the one man who would never fully love her back.
Originally published in 1931, this bestselling classic novel about the heartbreak of living along the "back streets" of a man's life was adapted into film three times.
With a new foreword by Cari Beauchamp.
Vintage Movie Classics spotlights classic films that have stood the test of time, now rediscovered through the publication of the novels on which they were based.
When "fly girl" and gorgeous socialite Ray Schmidt first meets Walter Saxel in Cincinnati, their attraction is instant and everlasting. As their bond deepens, Ray finds herself envisioning a future with Walter, until one fateful day when the settling of her family affairs interferes with their plans to meet, and his relationship with another woman forms. Though years pass and Ray manages to carve out a life for herself in New York City, Walter remains in her memory, and a chance run-in with him leads them both to fall into their former ways. What unfolds is the fascinating tale of what life was for selfless, devoted Ray, a prisoner to her love for the one man who would never fully love her back.
Originally published in 1931, this bestselling classic novel about the heartbreak of living along the "back streets" of a man's life was adapted into film three times.
With a new foreword by Cari Beauchamp.
Vintage Movie Classics spotlights classic films that have stood the test of time, now rediscovered through the publication of the novels on which they were based.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Random House USA Inc
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 203 mm
Width: 132 mm
Thickness: 26 mm
Weight
533 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8041-7067-3 (9780804170673)
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Fannie Hurst was an American novelist and short-story writer best known for her works that blended sentimental romance with social issues of her time, particularly focusing on themes like women's rights, race relations, and class struggles. Born in Ohio, Hurst was a prolific writer, gaining popularity during the post-World War I era. She became known for her ability to create deeply emotional, character-driven narratives that often tackled societal taboos and issues affecting women, minorities, and the working class.
Her most famous works include Back Street and Imitation of Life, both of which have been adapted into successful films. Imitation of Life (1933), in particular, became a landmark film that addressed racial identity and social inequality. Hurst's writing often centered on the lives of ordinary people, and she explored themes of love, sacrifice, and the quest for happiness. Despite being highly successful in her time, her work fell out of favor in the years following her death. However, she remains an important figure in early 20th-century American literature for her exploration of social issues and her distinctive style.