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Henry Miller on Writing (New Directions Paperbook) Paperback – January 17, 1964

by Henry Miller (Author)
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“A brilliant selection . . . it is in short a voyage of discovery, an adventure and this the log of that voyage in the life of a probing and powerful writer.” ―Robert R. Kirsch, Los Angeles Times

Some of the most rewarding pages in Henry Miller's books concern his self-education as a writer. He tells, as few great writers ever have, how he set his goals, how he discovered the excitement of using words, how the books he read influenced him, and how he learned to draw on his own experience.
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    New Directions
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    January 17, 1964
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    5.2 x 0.7 x 8.1 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0811201120
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0811201124
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Some of the most rewarding pages in Henry Miller's books concern his self-education as a writer. He tells, as few great writers ever have, how he set his goals, how he discovered the excitement of using words, how the books he read influenced him, and how he learned to draw on his own experience.

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Henry Miller (1891―1980) was one of the most controversial American novelists during his lifetime. His book, The Tropic of Cancer, was banned in the some U.S. states before being overruled by the Supreme Court. New Directions publishes several of his books.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ New Directions; 18TH edition (January 17, 1964)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 217 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0811201120
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0811201124
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.2 x 0.7 x 8.1 inches
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HENRY MILLER (1891-1980) was an American writer and painter infamous for breaking with existing literary forms and developing a new sort of "novel" that is a mixture of novel, autobiography, social criticism, philosophical reflection, surrealist free association, and mysticism, one that is distinctly always about and expressive of the real-life Henry Miller and yet is also fictional. His most characteristic works of this kind are "Tropic of Cancer," "Tropic of Capricorn," and "Black Spring." His books were banned in the United States for their lewd content until 1964 when a court ruling overturned this order, acknowledging Miller’s work as literature in what became one of the most celebrated victories of the sexual revolution.

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Morgan Owain Morgan-Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars Write, not in order to convey something, but because you have something to convey.
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2020
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I read 'Henry Miller on Writing' as a writer, also multi-lingual and cultural, also in self-determined exile from the States No-Longer-United.

It is through the filters of several other languages and cultures, as Henry Miller, that I found my voice as a writer. Having escaped the tyrannical constraints of American society, puritanical in its Judeo-Christian ascendency – an assumed predominance that homogenizes and thus denies all the benefits of its original diversity – my voice, without the faintest apology, the scantest equivocation, the slightest supplication, again, as that of Henry Miller, courageously speaks aloud from its own heart.

Regarding profanity, obscenity, and all other liberties defying – in outrage – the painful imbecility, the sycophantic delusion, the moralistic repression of mass indoctrination and mass hysteria, again, like Henry Miller, my literary comrade-in-arms, I affirm, 'Rave on!'
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Rock Hound
5.0 out of 5 stars SOLID MILLERESQUE BOOK ON HOW TO WRITE
Reviewed in the United States on February 10, 2014
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Of course, there is a lot of wit, humor, and flashes of insight [although oblique, since it's Miller!] as to (1) what makes a good writer and (2) what's called for to produce good written stories. "Good" in the sense of conveying characterizations and storyline in a way that moves the plot along from start to a logical ending.
A really good idea might be to order "Hemingway on Writing" as a clearer and more direct guide as to ideas of how to write stories and novels that are both real "page-turners" and "artistic."
I like to reading 7 or 8 pages of Hemingway 1st, then do the same for Miller.
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kat
5.0 out of 5 stars inspired excellence
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2018
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I'm not actually a fan of Henry Miller's novels but this book is a fabulous and inspiring read. It encourages you to use your own voice and stop listening to the advice of others. He has some priceless advice for any new ore or struggling writer looking to find what makes them unique.
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MKS
4.0 out of 5 stars Miller is a controversal writer
Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2014
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As an aspiring writer, I also read often. I want to learn from other significant authors how they think. This is a difficult book to evaluate for me. I need to re-read it again. My guess is that it will be the same reading his other works. I've only read snippets of other works of Henry Miller and still have a draw to him and am not sure why. If you enjoy expanding your mind If you enjoy not thinking traditionally. If you are also wanting to teach yourself skills in writing then this may help you. I am also reading several other famous literary authors books on writing and it's a journey in self development. If you are also someone who feels the need to write, you need to read and read and read. Good luck and enjoy a huge variety of authors.
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Victoria
5.0 out of 5 stars "Not to be missed..."
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2014
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A brilliant, fearless, writer of unique talent. I've long been a fan--his "semi"misogyny not withstanding--but had never read this book. If you are or aspire to be...a writer...then this one is not to be missed. Henry was a true Artist in every sense of the word; his depth and (self)honesty drew him into an unsuppressed and authentic being-ness...such that he came to a significant degree of true Self-Realization. Enjoy!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Miller is always a good read
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2014
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There is nothing that henry miller writes that is not amazing. He was an amazing man who broke through standard convention. His advise on books, writing life, whatever are always a joy to read.
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Bosco
3.0 out of 5 stars Couldn't bring myself to finish. Sorry.
Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2015
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Really wanted to enjoy this book but couldn't finish it. Maybe I'm not as big a fan of Henry Miller as I thought I was? Felt there could have been more about the writing process, techniques, tips, etc.
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lovevserdce
5.0 out of 5 stars I enjoy reading it
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2016
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I have not finished reading this book yet. But already learned a lot. I enjoy reading it, as I do with practically any book by Henry Miller.
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Marcelo Pascuotti
3.0 out of 5 stars General overview
Reviewed in Brazil on June 14, 2024
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Product ok, awfull package and delivery time
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Jyotiprokash Banerjee
5.0 out of 5 stars Half Satisfied.
Reviewed in India on December 31, 2019
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I ordered two books: Henry Miller on Writing & Under the Egg.
I got a new and excellent copy of 'Henry Miller on Writing' but the other copy of 'Under the Egg' wasn't new: It was well maintained but used one.
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Marg
5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for all true writers..
Reviewed in Canada on May 6, 2014
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Amazing discussions on writing that provides self references ... travelling through periods in his life and reflection in his works. Instills in writers the importance of writing what they truly feel and wish to express without society's restraints and inhibitions at the time.
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Jools
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 24, 2015
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this is more Henry Miller than 'on writing' but worth it.
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claomico
5.0 out of 5 stars Expériences et conseils d'Henry Miller
Reviewed in France on July 4, 2015
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Livre très intéressant et bien écrit, pouvant être d'une grande utilité à un écrivain en herbe... Je le conseille vivement!
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