by Gore Vidal (Author) Set in post-war Europe, fresh-out-of-law-school Philip Warren takes a year to discover his future. In this classic coming-of-age story, Philip journeys through various affairs, misadventures, and cities full of unforgettable characters that prompt his self-discovery and lessons on taking pleasure in both love and life. Front Jacket Power, knowledge, and love are the temptations of three alluring women as Philip wanders from Paris to Rome. Yet his choice matters less than the act of choosing in this witty odyssey of self-discovery. Author Biography Gore Vidal is the author of twenty-four novels, seven plays, many screenplays, more than two hundred essays, and a memoir. Winner of the National Book Award for United States: 1952-92, Vidal lives in Los Angeles. Number of Pages: 374 Dimensions: 0.88 x 9.02 x 5.98 IN Publication Date: April 07, 2012