Dreams from Bunker Hill

Book • 1982

In 'Dreams from Bunker Hill', John Fante continues the saga of Arturo Bandini, a young writer navigating the vibrant yet challenging landscape of Los Angeles in the 1930s.

The novel explores themes of ambition, romance, and the complexities of artistic pursuit, reflecting Fante's own experiences as a struggling writer.

Dictated from his hospital bed, this work showcases Fante's vivid storytelling and poignant reflection on the pursuit of dreams.

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Ryan Holiday as a sequel to 'Ask the Dust', written while Fante was dying.

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