For decades, Gabriel Matzneff wrote openly of his pedophilia, protected by powerful people in publishing, journalism, politics and business. Now cast out, he attacks their “cowardice” in a rare interview.
Tag: Books and Literature
In Amazon’s Bookstore, No Second Chances for the Third Reich
The retailer once said it would sell “the good, the bad and the ugly.” Now it has banished objectionable volumes — and agreed to erasing the swastikas from a photo book about a Nazi takeover.
For Her Debut, Abi Daré Confronts ‘Dreams and Intelligence That We Kill’
Writing “The Girl With the Louding Voice,” about a 14-year-old employed as a housemaid, challenged how the novelist viewed a common practice in her native Nigeria.
Textbook Publisher Apologizes for Printing 9/11 Conspiracy Theory
A spokeswoman for the French company did not answer questions about the its editing practices.
In Germany, a Jewish Millennial Argues That the Past Isn’t Past
Max Czollek, whose first nonfiction book is a rebuttal to calls for integration, believes that his country must face its history with more honesty — and that those who are singled out shouldn’t try to fit in.
Two Popes, and One Big Furor After Benedict Weighs in on Priestly Celibacy
In a new book, the former pope makes a firm defense of celibacy for priests as Pope Francis is expected to decide whether to allow married priests in remote regions. Let the intrigue begin.
A Victim’s Account Fuels a Reckoning Over Abuse of Children in France
A French author wrote for years about his predilection for children and continued to win acclaim. Now one of them has spoken out.
Hero in U.N.C. Charlotte Shooting Is Honored in New ‘Star Wars’ Book
A short paragraph tells the story of a Jedi Master and historian named Ri-Lee Howell who collected “many of the earliest accounts of exploration and codifications of The Force.”
China Blocks American Books as Trade War Simmers
Novels and nonfiction titles alike have been delayed without explanation, cutting off U.S. authors and publishers from a vast market.
Ward Just, 84, Dies; Ex-Journalist Found Larger Truths in Fiction
After covering the Vietnam War and Washington, Mr. Just turned to writing novels that probed American society.