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fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Mara Naaman on Culture, Career, and Creative Work

Mara Naaman's academic career includes serving as Assistant Professor of Comparative Literature and Arabic at Williams College from 2007 to 2014, and she has held teaching positions at Columbia University, New York University, Hofstra University, and Hunter College.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We all want to know what he was doing in the bedroom': Kerouac's unseen archive goes on show in New York

A new exhibition featuring previously unpublished Kerouac letters and artifacts aims to move beyond the mythologized rebel image and reveal the literary development and humanity behind the beat generation icon.
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fromHarvard Gazette
2 months ago

Updike's life in letters - Harvard Gazette

John Updike produced vast correspondence and literary works—over 25,000 letters, 60-plus books, and thousands of shorter pieces—making letters integral to his prolific output.
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fromThe New Yorker
4 months ago

The Man Who Helped Make the American Literary Canon

Malcolm Cowley discovered and promoted major American writers and critics, shaping national reading taste and revitalizing overlooked literary careers.
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fromThe Atlantic
6 months ago

America's Most Famous Nap

Washington Irving became America's first literary celebrity, creating enduring tales like Rip Van Winkle and The Legend of Sleepy Hollow that blend folklore and satire.
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fromBusiness Matters
7 months ago

Stefano Maroni Reflects on Culture, Career and the Craft of Careful Writing

Stefano Maroni is an influential Italian-American writer recognized for his poetic reflections on identity and the American experience.
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fromThe New Yorker
9 months ago

Zadie Smith on Grace Paley's "My Father Addresses Me on the Facts of Old Age"

Grace Paley's writing portrays a relatable, working-class voice that challenges traditional narrative forms.
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fromThe New Yorker
10 months ago

How Margaret Fuller Set Minds on Fire

Margaret Fuller, a complex figure, shaped women's rights and societal norms with her writing and personal contradictions.
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fromKqed
10 months ago
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The 6 Best New Books This Week Showcase Top Talent

Samuel Clemens' varied early efforts shaped his legendary success as Mark Twain, highlighting the complexity of ambition and achievement.
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago
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Mark Twain by Ron Chernow review the story of America's first literary celebrity, from the author of Hamilton

Mark Twain was a celebrated literary figure who blended performance with writing, influencing American literature profoundly.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago

Mark Twain by Ron Chernow review the story of America's first literary celebrity, from the author of Hamilton

Mark Twain was a celebrated literary figure who blended performance with writing, influencing American literature profoundly.
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fromwww.nytimes.com
11 months ago

The Interview': Ocean Vuong was Ready to Kill. A Moment of Grace Changed His Life.

"Vuong’s life looks like a modern American fairy tale, having risen from refugee status to becoming a celebrated poet and professor, showcasing resilience and talent."
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fromNew York Post
11 months ago

The real 'Great Gatsby': Meet the men who likely inspired the infamous novel

In 1951, a blind 65-year-old man named Max Gerlach claimed he was the inspiration for Jay Gatsby, asserting, 'I'm the real Jay Gatsby.' His story went largely ignored.
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fromSFGATE
11 months ago

Extraordinary 'Great Gatsby'-Worthy Estates To Swoon Over as the Iconic Book Marks Its 100-Year Anniversary

'The Great Gatsby' remains a timeless exploration of love and wealth since its publication in 1925.
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