Farther and Wilder: The Lost Weekends and Literary Dreams of Charles Jackson

The Lost Weekend by Charles Jackson - A groundbreaking biography of a writer whose life and work encapsulated what it meant to be an addict and a closeted gay man in mid-century America.

This book provides a detailed account of Jackson's struggles with alcoholism, his experiences growing up in Newark, New York, and his later years living in Europe as TB patients.

The author's valiant struggles are intertwined throughout the narrative, offering a unique glimpse into the life of a talented writer who was able to overcome his demons and achieve success despite them.

With a foreword by Thomas Mann and endorsements from notable figures such as Billy Wilder and Judy Garland, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the life and work of Charles Jackson or the cultural history of mid-century America.