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The acclaimed author of Low Life reinvents the memoir in a cunning, lyrical book that is at once a personal history and a meditation on the construction of identity. Born in Belgium but raised in New Jersey, Luc Sante transformed himself from a pious, timid Belgian boy into a loutish American adolescent, who eschewed French while fantasizing about the pop star Françoise Hardy. To show how this transformation came about--and why it remained incomplete--The Factory of Facts combines family anecdote and ancestral legend; detailed forays into Belgian history, language, and religion; and deft synopses of the American character.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
A lyrical reflection on identity through personal history.
Who is this book for?
If you're interested in how personal histories intertwine with cultural and national identities, The Factory Of Facts offers a captivating blend of memoir and cultural analysis. Luc Sante's evocative storytelling and thoughtful insights make this book a compelling read for anyone exploring the fluidity of self and the influence of heritage. It's a unique journey through one man's transformation that resonates on a universal level.
