In the Shadow of the American Dream

Explore the life and art of one of the most perceptive writers of his generation through the journal entries of David Wojnarowicz. In the Shadow of the American Dream immerses readers in Wojnarowicz's world, chronicling his creative birth and radical activism despite becoming a target of the right wing. The book also portrays his personal struggles, from falling in love to exploring erotic possibilities, and searching for pleasure and freedom amidst the chaos of modern urban life.