Giovanni's Room

Giovanni's Room is a gripping novel by the celebrated author James Baldwin. Published in 2016 by Everyman, this book has left a significant mark on the literary world. The genre of the book is hard to pin down, as Baldwin's writing often transcends conventional classifications. Giovanni's Room tells a timeless story, exploring themes of identity, passion, and the human condition. Baldwin's unique storytelling and profound understanding of human nature make this book a must-read. The publication of this book by Everyman further cements their reputation as a publisher of thought-provoking and boundary-pushing literature. The book is written in English.

David has just proposed marriage to his American girlfriend, but while she is away on a trip he becomes involved in a doomed affair with a bartender named Giovanni. This title is set in the Paris of the 1950s, where a young American expatriate finds himself caught between his repressed desires and conventional morality.