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Irish novelist Edna O'Brien dies aged 93

Edna O'Brien was a revolutionary Irish writer who transformed literature with her luminous prose and courageous spirit.

Irish author Edna O'Brien dies aged 93

Edna O'Brien's work focused on the struggles of women in rural Ireland, revolutionizing Irish literature with her luminous prose and profound exploration of the human condition.

The Best Irish Novels From the Past 15 Years

The Irish literary tradition is rich and continues to evolve, highlighting themes of emigration and economic challenges.

Irish novelist Edna O'Brien dies aged 93

Edna O'Brien was a revolutionary Irish writer who transformed literature with her luminous prose and courageous spirit.

Irish author Edna O'Brien dies aged 93

Edna O'Brien's work focused on the struggles of women in rural Ireland, revolutionizing Irish literature with her luminous prose and profound exploration of the human condition.

The Best Irish Novels From the Past 15 Years

The Irish literary tradition is rich and continues to evolve, highlighting themes of emigration and economic challenges.
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New Medieval Books: Dante's Divine Comedy - Medievalists.net

Dante's Divine Comedy, created in the 1300s, has profoundly influenced literature, inspiring numerous forms of media and connecting with diverse cultures.
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Undoing the Fairytale of Alice Munro | The Walrus

The author reflects on their profound connection to Alice Munro, emphasizing her bravery in storytelling and the impact of her legacy.

The Most Secret Memory of Men by Mohamed Mbougar Sarr; The Extinction of Irena Rey by Jennifer Croft review

Bolano's influence persists in contemporary literature like Mohamed Mbougar Sarr's work.
Literature is portrayed as a solution to the nightmarish riddle of 20th-century history in Bolano's and influenced novels.

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.

Undoing the Fairytale of Alice Munro | The Walrus

The author reflects on their profound connection to Alice Munro, emphasizing her bravery in storytelling and the impact of her legacy.

The Most Secret Memory of Men by Mohamed Mbougar Sarr; The Extinction of Irena Rey by Jennifer Croft review

Bolano's influence persists in contemporary literature like Mohamed Mbougar Sarr's work.
Literature is portrayed as a solution to the nightmarish riddle of 20th-century history in Bolano's and influenced novels.

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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Fredric Jameson, the world's greatest Marxist critic, is dead - long live Utopia!

Fredric Jameson, a towering Marxist critic, passed away at 90, leaving a profound legacy through his extensive writings on culture and utopia.
“An image—if it’s done right—should embody the exposition of feeling.” —Henri Cole https://t.co/sELNHkp6LA

The Art of Poetry No. 98

A. S. Byatt is known for her wide-ranging ambition and ability to tackle big ideas in her writing.
Her houses, filled with art and curiosities, reflect her fecundity of mind.
Possession is considered the first and best example of the romance of the archive in English fiction.
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Novelist Francesca Segal: Wuthering Heights did peculiar things to my romantic expectations'

Reading poetry with my father instilled an early love for words and humor, shaping my literary journey and personal reflections.

I'm rediscovering the magic of 'Sweet Valley Twins' through my 9-year-old daughter

The impact of beloved childhood book series lasts beyond words and inspires creative endeavors.

Novelist Francesca Segal: Wuthering Heights did peculiar things to my romantic expectations'

Reading poetry with my father instilled an early love for words and humor, shaping my literary journey and personal reflections.

I'm rediscovering the magic of 'Sweet Valley Twins' through my 9-year-old daughter

The impact of beloved childhood book series lasts beyond words and inspires creative endeavors.
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“I divide the world into people who want to control something and those who want to make something.” —Henri Cole https://t.co/sELNHkp6LA

The Art of Poetry No. 98

A. S. Byatt is known for her wide-ranging ambition and ability to tackle big ideas in her writing.
Her houses, filled with art and curiosities, reflect her fecundity of mind.
Possession is considered the first and best example of the romance of the archive in English fiction.
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Baldwin 100: The Baldwin effect on young Black queer men - Queerty

James Baldwin's profound literary influence continues to resonate with writers across generations.

Paul Auster obituary

Auster's work delves into intimacy, chance, and truth-telling, presenting eerie states of solitude that resonate with readers. He restores miracles and fateful catastrophe to American literature.

Baldwin 100: The Baldwin effect on young Black queer men - Queerty

James Baldwin's profound literary influence continues to resonate with writers across generations.

Paul Auster obituary

Auster's work delves into intimacy, chance, and truth-telling, presenting eerie states of solitude that resonate with readers. He restores miracles and fateful catastrophe to American literature.
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Francine Pascal, creator of the Sweet Valley High books, dies aged 92

Francine Pascal, the creator of Sweet Valley High, passed away at 92, leaving behind a legacy of literary success through her captivating storytelling and beloved characters.
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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.

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

Edna O'Brien revolutionized Irish fiction by breaking taboos as a woman, inspiring subsequent female authors. Despite initial opposition, her work resonates with deep psychological realities and stylistic evolution.

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.

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

Edna O'Brien revolutionized Irish fiction by breaking taboos as a woman, inspiring subsequent female authors. Despite initial opposition, her work resonates with deep psychological realities and stylistic evolution.
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Anne Enright: Give me Moby-Dick over Persuasion anytime'

Anne Enright's latest novel 'The Wren, the Wren' follows the daughter and granddaughter of a fictitious Irish poet, blending poetry and storytelling in a unique narrative.

The Radical Worldmaking of Joanna Russ

Russ's powerful legacy in feminist science fiction
“Nothing gives me as much pleasure, when I’m doing it well, as writing.” —Henri Cole https://t.co/sELNHkp6LA

The Art of Poetry No. 98

A. S. Byatt is known for her wide-ranging ambition and ability to tackle big ideas in her writing.
Her houses, filled with art and curiosities, reflect her fecundity of mind.
Possession is considered the first and best example of the romance of the archive in English fiction.

22 of the Funniest Novels Since Catch-22'

Humor in fiction appeals to the mind, warding off complacency.
Classic novels like Catch-22 set the stage for irreverent, funny explorations of serious topics.
“Like a body, with bone and flesh, a poem needs different densities.” —Henri Cole https://t.co/sELNHkp6LA

The Art of Poetry No. 98

A. S. Byatt is known for her wide-ranging ambition and ability to tackle big ideas in her writing.
Her houses, filled with art and curiosities, reflect her fecundity of mind.
Possession is considered the first and best example of the romance of the archive in English fiction.
“I wish I could be as free ranging and Dionysian as Ginsberg.” —Henri Cole https://t.co/sELNHkp6LA

The Art of Poetry No. 98

A. S. Byatt is known for her wide-ranging ambition and ability to tackle big ideas in her writing.
Her houses, filled with art and curiosities, reflect her fecundity of mind.
Possession is considered the first and best example of the romance of the archive in English fiction.

She Was the Most Feared Woman in Publishing. What Happened?

Kakutani wielded immense influence as a book critic for The New York Times without the presence of modern book review platforms like Goodreads and BookTok.
She approached book reviewing as a consumer guide, providing honest evaluations and not hesitating to give both positive and scathing reviews.
“If I have an ethics, it is simply to be true.” —Henri Cole https://t.co/sELNHkp6LA

The Art of Poetry No. 98

A. S. Byatt is known for her wide-ranging ambition and ability to tackle big ideas in her writing.
Her houses, filled with art and curiosities, reflect her fecundity of mind.
Possession is considered the first and best example of the romance of the archive in English fiction.
“I persevere, as any poet must, in the face of obstacles.” —Henri Cole https://t.co/sELNHkp6LA

The Art of Poetry No. 98

A. S. Byatt is known for her wide-ranging ambition and ability to tackle big ideas in her writing.
Her houses, filled with art and curiosities, reflect her fecundity of mind.
Possession is considered the first and best example of the romance of the archive in English fiction.

The Art of Poetry No. 98

A. S. Byatt is known for her wide-ranging ambition and ability to tackle big ideas in her writing.
Her houses, filled with art and curiosities, reflect her fecundity of mind.
Possession is considered the first and best example of the romance of the archive in English fiction.

Yuzu Gin Rickey | Gluten Free & More

The Gin Rickey has a rich history dating back to the 1880s and gained literary fame through The Great Gatsby, symbolizing sophistication and opulence.

Ismail Kadare, Whose Novels Brought Albania's Plight to the World, Dies at 88

Ismail Kadare, the influential Albanian novelist and poet, passed away in Tirana, leaving behind a legacy of dark, allegorical works that critiqued Albania's totalitarian state.
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