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This biography of Mary McCarthy tells the story of a life marked by wit, courage, and creativity. McCarthy was born in Boston in 1925 and grew up in a family of writers and intellectuals. She attended Vassar College and became one of the most celebrated authors of her era, writing novels, short stories, and essays that often explore the power of language and the perils of self-deception. Gelderman reveals McCarthy's complex and fascinating life, from her early days as a struggling writer to her later years as a celebrated teacher and writer.; 8vo; 430 pages.