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fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago
Travel

Bill Aitken, writer who adopted India as 'father' of hippies, dies at 90

Bill Aitken, a prominent literary figure and travel writer, passed away at 90, leaving behind a rich legacy of exploration and insights into India.
Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
1 week ago

This Renter Gave a Small 1950s Seattle Apartment a Maximalist, "Dark Academia" Makeover

Ren Riley transformed her 600-square-foot apartment into a reflection of her artistic vision, inspired by a childhood literary influence.
The aesthetic blends antique and modern influences, creating a dark academic atmosphere with a unique color scheme.
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fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London politics

Why Grove Park may have been inspiration for E. Nesbit and The Railway Children

E. Nesbit's time in southeast London significantly influenced her children's literature, particularly seen in her famous work, The Railway Children.
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago
Berlin

Chilean author Antonio Skarmeta dies at 83 DW 10/16/2024

Chilean writer Antonio Skarmeta, known for themes of exile and flight, died at 83, leaving a significant impact on Latin American literature.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London politics

Why Grove Park may have been inspiration for E. Nesbit and The Railway Children

E. Nesbit's time in southeast London significantly influenced her children's literature, particularly seen in her famous work, The Railway Children.
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago
Berlin

Chilean author Antonio Skarmeta dies at 83 DW 10/16/2024

Chilean writer Antonio Skarmeta, known for themes of exile and flight, died at 83, leaving a significant impact on Latin American literature.
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History
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
2 weeks ago

4 Lesser-Known Elizabethan Playwrights and Poets

Lyly's euphuism significantly influenced the development of English prose, offering a more elegant style that appealed to Elizabethan audiences.
fromMedievalists.net
1 month ago
History

The Medieval Writings of Jean Bodel with Lynn Ramey - Medievalists.net

Jean Bodel was a highly influential yet often overlooked medieval writer whose diverse work crossed various genres.
Video games
fromPolygon
1 month ago

Brandon Sanderson shared a list of his 10 favorite games, and they make perfect sense

Brandon Sanderson's diverse top 10 video games reflect themes and humor prevalent in his literary works.
Humor
fromOpen Culture
2 months ago

When William Faulkner Set the World Record for Writing the Longest Sentence in Literature: Read the 1,288-Word Sentence from Absalom, Absalom!

Faulkner's work deeply influences writers, providing lessons on the power of literary intimacy and authenticity.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

A beacon of brazenness and defiance': Edna O'Brien remembered by Anne Enright, Colm Toibin and more

Edna O'Brien revolutionized Irish fiction by challenging taboos as a woman, inspiring future female authors and exemplifying a blend of determination and vulnerability.
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