The beautifully written; deeply affecting story of Jean-Michel Basquiats partner; her past; and their life together New York City in the 1980s was a mesmerizing; wild place. A hotbed for hip hop; underground culture; and unmatched creative energy; it spawned some of the most significant art of the 20th century. It was where Jean-Michel Basquiat became an avant-garde street artist and painter; swiftly achieving worldwide fame. During the years before his death at the age of 27; he shared his life with his lover and muse; Suzanne Mallouk. A runaway from an unhappy home in Canada; Suzanne first met Jean-Michel in a bar on the Lower East Side in 1980. Thus began a tumultuous and passionate relationship that deeply influenced one of the most exceptional artists of our time. In emotionally resonant prose; award-winning author Jennifer Clement tells the story of the passion that swept Suzanne and Jean-Michel into a short-lived; unforgettable affair. A poetic interpretation like no other; Widow Basquiat is an expression of the unrelenting power of addiction; obsession and love.From the Trade Paperback edition.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Highly RecommendBy Carl B.Well written and informative. Wonderful to read about Rock Art in a book written by someone who actually lives and works with the culture that created the art.
