Season of the Witch
Enchantment, Terror, and Deliverance in the City of Love
$44.63
- Paperback
480 pages
- Release Date
1 April 2013
Summary
A riveting history of San Francisco’s transformation–from the Summer of Love to the AIDS crisis–told through the lives, struggles, and triumphs that defined an era.
From the founder of Salon comes a San Francisco Chronicle bestseller that captures one of America’s most extraordinary cities at its most volatile and visionary. In Season of the Witch, David Talbot chronicles the cultural and political evolution of San Francisco from the late 1960s through the early 1980s–a period of uphe…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781439108246 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1439108242 |
| Author: | David Talbot |
| Publisher: | Simon & Schuster |
| Imprint: | Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 480 |
| Release Date: | 1 April 2013 |
| Weight: | 660g |
| Dimensions: | 33mm x 154mm x 230mm |
You Can Find This Book In
Critics Review
“Exhaustive research yields penetrating character studies…Talbot incisively relates the atmosphere of service in the Haight…In a surprising ending, Talbot convincingly suggests that imperfect new mayor Dianne Feinstein resurrected the city’s heart as it rallied around the 49ers. In exhilarating fashion, Talbot clears the rainbow mist and brings San Francisco into sharp focus.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review)
David Talbot
David Talbot, author of the New York Times bestseller Brothers: The Hidden History of the Kennedy Years, is the founder and CEO of Salon. He lives in San Francisco.
Returns
This item is eligible for free returns within 30 days of delivery. See our returns policy for further details.