Gertrude Stein

‘Sometimes men are kissing. Men are sometimes kissing and sometimes drinking. Men are sometimes kissing one another…’ One of the foremost writers of the twentieth century, Gertrude Stein was marked for her ground-breaking experimental prose and extraordinary friendship group alike, and her works stand as a monument in the Modernist era. In more recent years Stein has been held up as a queer icon, as she lived openly with her life partner Alice B. Toklas and wrote of queer relationships at a time when this was strictly taboo. While some of Stein’s queer works made it into print in her lifetime, including The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas, much of her more daring early queer stories only saw the light of day after her death, when Yale set to publishing her complete works. Now that ‘The love that dare not speak its name’ may be bolder, this collection aims to restore Stein’s short, queer works to the canon, and to burnish her status as an early queer icon.

90 classic titles celebrating 90 years of Penguin Books'All Frenchmen know you have to become civilised between eighteen and twenty-three and that civilisation comes upon you by contact with an older woman, by revolution, by army discipline, by any escape or any subjection, and then you are civilised and life goes on normally in a latin way.' Gertrude Stein’s Paris France, published in 1940 on the day Paris fell to Nazi Germany, is a witty account of Stein’s life in France, and the perfect introduction to her work.

Gertrude Stein's "Three Lives: Stories of The Good Anna, Melanctha and The Gentle Lena" offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of working-class women in the early 20th century. This collection of short stories, considered an important work of modernist literature, explores the everyday experiences of women in domestic service. Stein's distinctive and evocative prose captures the nuances of their lives, loves, and struggles. "Three Lives" presents portraits of distinct individuals, each facing unique challenges within the constraints of their social roles. The stories delve into themes of womanhood, labor, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. With subtle humor and profound insight, Stein's work provides a valuable perspective on a pivotal era. This edition offers a carefully prepared republication of a classic text. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Gertrude Stein's "Three Lives: Stories of The Good Anna, Melanctha and The Gentle Lena" offers a compelling glimpse into the lives of working-class women in the early 20th century. This collection of short stories, considered an important work of modernist literature, explores the everyday experiences of women in domestic service. Stein's distinctive and evocative prose captures the nuances of their lives, loves, and struggles. "Three Lives" presents portraits of distinct individuals, each facing unique challenges within the constraints of their social roles. The stories delve into themes of womanhood, labor, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world. With subtle humor and profound insight, Stein's work provides a valuable perspective on a pivotal era. This edition offers a carefully prepared republication of a classic text. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Gertrude Stein's "Tender Buttons: Objects--Food--Rooms" remains a cornerstone of modernist poetry and experimental literature. This collection of prose poems, a landmark of the avant-garde movement, explores the essence of everyday subjects through Stein's innovative stream-of-consciousness style. Divided into three sections, "Objects," "Food," and "Rooms," the work challenges traditional notions of language and meaning, offering a unique and often humorous perspective on the familiar. Stein's distinct voice and radical approach have secured her place as a significant figure in American poetry and literary criticism, particularly among women authors. "Tender Buttons" continues to captivate readers with its playful exploration of language and its enduring influence on experimental writing. Experience Stein's groundbreaking work in this meticulously prepared print edition. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Gertrude Stein, a pivotal figure in modernism, offers a unique and insightful perspective on two giants of 20th-century art in "Matisse Picasso and Gertrude Stein: With Two Shorter Stories." This collection presents Stein's distinctive voice in essays and shorter experimental fiction pieces. Stein's writing provides an intimate glimpse into the artistic landscape of her time, exploring the groundbreaking work of Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso. As a contemporary and friend, Stein offers unparalleled observations on their artistic processes and revolutionary contributions to art history. More than just art criticism, this volume showcases Stein's own innovative approach to language and narrative. Her experimental style challenges conventional storytelling, making this a compelling read for those interested in the intersection of art, literature, and biography. Delve into the mind of a literary innovator and gain a fresh understanding of the artists who shaped the modern world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Gertrude Stein, a pivotal figure in modernism, offers a unique and insightful perspective on two giants of 20th-century art in "Matisse Picasso and Gertrude Stein: With Two Shorter Stories." This collection presents Stein's distinctive voice in essays and shorter experimental fiction pieces. Stein's writing provides an intimate glimpse into the artistic landscape of her time, exploring the groundbreaking work of Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso. As a contemporary and friend, Stein offers unparalleled observations on their artistic processes and revolutionary contributions to art history. More than just art criticism, this volume showcases Stein's own innovative approach to language and narrative. Her experimental style challenges conventional storytelling, making this a compelling read for those interested in the intersection of art, literature, and biography. Delve into the mind of a literary innovator and gain a fresh understanding of the artists who shaped the modern world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Gertrude Stein was born in Pittsburgh, USA in 1874, 150 years ago this year. This volume includes extracts from her writings at significant points in her career. Our publisher's choice provides a concise introduction to one of the world's most original literary minds. Gertrude Stein was a masculine, openly lesbian woman who lived her whole life on her own terms; good-natured, idiosyncratic, brilliant. Her influence on 20th-century modernism is almost impossible to over-estimate.150 years of Gertrude Stein is No 4 in the Publisher's Choice series, a collection of slim volumes selected by our publisher at the Cambridge Queer Press.

"Matisse Picasso and Gertrude Stein" by Gertrude Stein is a captivating exploration of modern art's revolutionary forces, interwoven with the personal dynamics of three titans of the Parisian art scene. Through Stein's incisive art criticism, readers delve into the avant-garde world of Cubism, witnessing the innovative works of Matisse and Picasso. Stein's unique perspective sheds light on the creative collaboration and friendship that blossomed between these artists, shaping the course of 20th-century art. She unveils their influence on each other, catalyzing an artistic revolution that challenged conventional notions of beauty and form. Within the pages of this book, readers encounter the abstract expressionism of Matisse and Picasso, as well as Stein's own contributions to the Parisian art scene. Through her keen observations, Stein illuminates the interconnectedness of their works, revealing the underlying currents of innovation that propelled modern art forward. Stein's writing serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of these artists and their profound impact on the art world. Matisse Picasso and Gertrude Stein stands as a testament to their enduring friendship and their shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of artistic expression.

A unique anthology of short stories and poetry by feminist contemporaries of Virginia Woolf, who were writing about work, discrimination, war, relationships and love in the early part of the 20th Century. Includes works by English and American writers Zelda Fitzgerald, Charlotte Perkins Gillman, Radclyffe Hall, Katherine Mansfield, Alice Dunbar Nelson, Edith Wharton, and Virginia Woolf, alongside their recently rediscovered 'sisters' from around the world. This book offers a diverse and international array of over 20 literary gems from women writers living in Bulgaria, Chile, China, Egypt, France, Italy, Palestine, Romania, Russia, Spain and Ukraine.

In this collection, readers will rediscover Gertrude Stein as the bearer of a joyfully radical literary vision. A bold experimenter, her writing sparks with vitality, relishing in rhythm, repetition, sound and colour in its central vision: to prise apart language and association and find thrilling new ways to express the true essence of her subject with charming joie de vivre Stein considered her shorter writings to be the truest expressions of her enrapturing style. Her fascination with people and personalities can be located in expressive portraits of close friends such as Pablo Picasso, Henri Matisse and Juan Gris, whilst her decades-long relationship with Alice B. Toklas is immortalised with shimmering eroticism. There are also playful meditations on her unique writing process, conveying her serious delight in meddling with conventions of grammar and composition.

Three Lives was Gertrude Stein's first published book. It contains three stories of three working class women - Anna, a conscientious but rigid serving woman; Melanctha, a worldly-wise and sensitive black girl; and Lena, a gentle but feeble-minded maid. Although these are relatively ordinary women, in Stein's hands their lives and minds take on extraordinary interest. Told in clear, carefully crafted prose, these stories are not only memorable works in themselves but an excellent entree to Stein's later work.