The Writer's Image: Literary Portraits

by Jill Krementz, Trudi Butner Krisher (Introduction), Kurt Vonnegut Jr. (Preface)

A selection of Krementz's evocative photographic portraits of outstanding contemporary writers captures the essence of such literary notables as Nabokov, Bellow, Mailer, Vonnegut, and Cheever, among others

Genres: Photography

125 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1980

About the author

Jill Krementz is an American photographer and author. She has published 31 books, mostly of photography and children's books. She was married to Kurt Vonnegut for almost 30 years.

Reviews

[Vic · Rating 5 out of 5]

The bookshelves of these writers are incredible. Makes me feel better about my unkept books. Very comforting. Also, Jill is Vonnegut’s wife??? Amazing

[Theresa F. · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book features excellent photography. The images are well composed, with hidden details that invite careful study by the viewer.
Did I like it? Yes.
Would I reread it? Not sure.
Would I recommend it? Yes.