Last Watch of the Night: Essays Too Personal and Otherwise

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Last Watch of the Night: Essays Too Personal and Otherwise is a 1994 collection by American author and poet Paul Monette. The essays often delve into themes of homosexual relationships and the impact of the AIDS epidemic, reflecting Monette's personal experiences.1

Monette's work took a more serious turn after the death of his companion, Roger Horwitz, from AIDS in 1985. This period saw the publication of novels and poetry collections that directly addressed the epidemic, including elegies for Horwitz. Last Watch of the Night continues this exploration of personal and societal struggles, offering insights into Monette's life and the challenges he faced.1

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…collection No Witnesses (1981) and Last Watch of the Night: Essays Too Personal and Otherwise (1994). Sanctuary, a political fable, was published posthumously in 1997.
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…collection No Witnesses (1981) and Last Watch of the Night: Essays Too Personal and Otherwise (1994). Sanctuary, a political fable, was published posthumously in 1997.
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