Ross And Tom Two American Tragedies by John Leggett PAPERBACK 9780306809927

Hachette Books

Discover the compelling true stories of two acclaimed authors whose meteoric rise to fame was tragically cut short. "Ross And Tom: Two American Tragedies" by John Leggett delves into the lives of Ross Lockridge, author of the bestseller "Raintree County," and Thomas Heggen, creator of "Mister Roberts." Both achieved sudden fame and fortune in the 1940s but ultimately self-destructed. Leggett meticulously explores their friendships, loves, and publishing journeys to understand what led to their downfall. This classic dual biography offers a poignant look at the challenges of success and the "Fitzgeraldian crack-up" that can accompany it. Key Features: * Dual biography of two famous 1940s authors * Explores themes of fame, fortune, and self-destruction * Written by John Leggett * Paperback format Product Summary: Ross And Tom: Two American Tragedies is a paperback biography by John Leggett, published in 2000. It details the lives and tragic ends of authors Ross Lockridge and Thomas Heggen. The book is 472 pages long and written in English.