JUST KIDS by Patti Smith

WINNER OF THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARD

Just Kids by Patti Smith, an acclaimed autobiography and winner of the National Book Award, offers an intimate and poetic portrayal of the author s profound relationship with the iconic photographer Robert Mapplethorpe. Set against the backdrop of a vibrant and tumultuous New York City, Just Kids captures the essence of a time when art, love, and creativity were intertwined with the city's energy.

In this Autobiography, Patti Smith recounts the summer of love, riots, and a fateful encounter in Brooklyn that set her and Mapplethorpe on a shared path of artistic discovery. As Patti Smith blossomed into a renowned poet and performer, and Robert Mapplethorpe honed his provocative style in photography, their bond remained unbreakable. Together, they navigated the gritty streets of New York, from Coney Island to the legendary Max s Kansas City, where they mingled with influential artists and the colorful fringe of society.

Just Kids is a love story that evolves into an elegy, chronicling the ascent of two young artists as they carve out their place in the world. Smith s narrative is a salute to the city's rich history, capturing the spirit of New York in the late sixties and seventies. This Autobiography stands as a testament to the power of friendship, creativity, and the unyielding drive to pursue one s dreams.