Three Steps on the Ladder of Writing

by Hélène Cixous and Susan Sellers

Book Overview

Three Steps on the Ladder of Writing is a poetic, insightful, and ultimately moving exploration of 'the strange science of writing.' In a magnetic, irresistible narrative, Cixous reflects on the writing process and explores three distinct areas essential for 'great' writing: The School of the Dead--the notion that something or someone must die in order for good writing to be born; The School of Dreams--the crucial role dreams...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0231076592
• ISBN13: 9780231076593
• Release Date: April 1994
• Publisher: Columbia University Press
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 8.9"

Customer Reviews

Perfect!

Other's have said much about this book so I will keep my review short. I've given this book to many friends of mine and explained that it is the first book I've read on writing that merits a reread. It is without catagory or direct instruction. It speaks on the art of writing, as well as the craft. Most importantly, it speaks of sacrifice. Frankly, I am tired of reading about or reading books from authors who give nothing of themselves in their art. Lispector, Kafka - where have all the dusty and tattered souls gone.