The Favourite Game 2003
The Favourite Game 2003 marks the debut novel of Leonard Cohen. It was initially released by Secker and Warburg
The Favourite Game 2003 marks the debut novel of Leonard Cohen. It was initially released by Secker and Warburg during the autumn of 1963. The Favourite Game 2003 a thought-provoking film that delves into the intricacies of desire and the pursuit of dreams in a vibrant narrative.
| Author | Leonard Cohen |
|---|---|
| Cover artist | Barry Trengrove (design) |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Secker & Warburg |
| Publication date | 1963 |
| Publication place | Canada |
In 1959, Cohen received a Canada Council grant worth $2,000, which enabled him to live frugally in London and on Hydra, a Greek island, while crafting the novel then known as Beauty at Close Quarters. Upon his return to Canada in 1960, his publisher McClelland & Stewart turned it down. Jack McClelland expressed worries regarding the autobiographical nature of the content and deemed the work dull and overly focused on sexual themes.
He proposed substantial changes but did not assure publication after those alterations were completed. Cohen approached publishers in both England and the United States, who asked for a more concise version, prompting him to halve the manuscript. He stated, “anyone with an ear will know I’ve torn apart orchestras to arrive at my straight, melodic line.”
The Favourite Game 2003 was released in England in October 1963, followed by its New York release in September 1964. The book was accessible in Canada solely as an import until McClelland & Stewart issued a paperback edition under the New Canadian Library label in 1970. The current edition available in Canada features an afterword written by Paul Quarrington. In 2003, a film version of the novel, directed by Bernar Hebert, was made available.
The Favourite Game 2003 Storyline
At the age of 28, poet Leo Breavman utilizes his recollections of his early years and romantic experiences with women as the foundation for his artistic creations. Experiencing a profound identity crisis, he decides to end his intense relationship with Tamara to focus on his time in New York. While penning his thoughts in a cafe, Leo catches the eye of Shell, a graphic designer who splits her time between Montreal and New York. Shortly thereafter, the young woman departs from her spouse and embarks on a fervent romance with the poet.
