Mailer shilled for a Jack Henry Abbott who wrote a book in prison. Abbott was a convicted murderer. Out goes Abbott into the free world. A decent young man employed by a restuarant, was sworn at by Abbott. Abbott wanted to use the employee rest rooms. He was refused. Abbott stabbed the young man to death. Back goes Abbott to durance vile.
More. Mailer stabbed his second wife five times, apparently just off the cuff. He got five years psychiatric treatment. Bio states he has repaid society for his errors.
Same ex wife of over 70 years of age suing him for more money. She is said to be living frugally. What can we say about Mailer and his errors? Somewhat less than brilliant maybe.