Carl Van Vechten
Carl Van Vechten was an American writer and artistic photographer who was a patron of the Harlem Renaissance and the literary executor of Gertrude Stein. He gained fame as a writer, and notoriety as well, for his 1926 novel Nigger Heaven. In his later years, he took up photography and took many portraits of notable people. Although he was married to women for most of his adult years, Van Vechten engaged in numerous homosexual affairs over his lifetime.
Music after the great war, and other studies
Witness the predicted revolution of sound as the world emerges from a devastating war, where traditional harmonies are replaced by raw, untamed expressions of human experience.
By Carl Van Vechten
Interpreters
Discover the personal battles and brilliant triumphs of early 20th-century opera stars as they grapple with demanding roles and intense scrutiny.
By Carl Van Vechten
Peter Whiffle : $b His life and works
After an artist's unnoticed death, his literary executor pieces together a narrative of a life overflowing with unpublished ideas and unusual friendships.
By Carl Van Vechten
The Merry-Go-Round
In a world of lavish homes and societal pressures, a mother prepares for her daughter's return, revealing a society grappling with authenticity, taste, and the true meaning of beauty.
By Carl Van Vechten
The Music of Spain
Discover the vibrant sounds of a nation as a writer unveils Spain's rich musical heritage, seeking to introduce its unique cultural contributions to the world.
By Carl Van Vechten