Sure, you could argue that he was a misogynistic, macho asshole ... but c'mon, who hasn't stabbed a bitch? It's not like she died.
Norman Mailer wrote some great books, lived his life with passion and conviction and leaves behind a giant footprint. That's all anyone can hope for at the end of the day. I introduced myself to him outside of a subway station in Brooklyn Heights and told him I really enjoyed his books. He was very gracious and walked with the help of a cane with a silver wolfs head for a handle.
Little know Mailer facts:
Mr Mailer bit off a part of the actor Rip Torn's ear after Mr. Torn attacked him with a hammer during the filming of "Maidstone".
Mr. Mailer campaigned for mayor of New York. He ran as a secessionist candidate, campaigning to make New York City the 51st state.
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