American Writers at Home

American Writers at Home

Author: J. D. McClatchy

Publisher:

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 234

ISBN-13:

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From Big Sur to coastal Maine, The Library of America presents a lavish and fascinating tour of the homes of America's greatest writers.


Great Women Writers, 1900-1950

Great Women Writers, 1900-1950

Author: Christina Gombar

Publisher:

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9780816030606

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Offers biographies of eight prominent American women authors of the twentieth century: Edith Wharton, Willa Cather, Gertrude Stein, Katherine Anne Porter, Zora Neale Hurston, Pearl Buck, Eudora Welty, and Flannery O'Connor


Writing the Nation: A Concise Introduction to American Literature 1865 to Present

Writing the Nation: A Concise Introduction to American Literature 1865 to Present

Author: Amy Berke

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-12-01

Total Pages: 743

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In 'Writing the Nation: A Concise Introduction to American Literature 1865 to Present,' editors Amy Berke, Robert Bleil, Jordan Cofer, and Doug Davis curate a comprehensive exploration of American literary evolution from the aftermath of the Civil War to contemporary times. This anthology expertly weaves a tapestry of diverse literary styles and themes, encapsulating the dynamic shifts in American culture and identity. Through carefully selected works, the collection illustrates the rich dialogue between historical contexts and literary expression, showcasing seminal pieces that have shaped American literatures landscape. The diversity of periods and perspectives offers readers a panoramic view of the countrys literary heritage, making it a significant compilation for scholars and enthusiasts alike. The contributing authors and editors, each with robust backgrounds in American literature, bring to the table a depth of scholarly expertise and a passion for the subject matter. Their collective work reflects a broad spectrum of American life and thought, aligning with major historical and cultural movements from Realism and Modernism to Postmodernism. This anthology not only marks the evolution of American literary forms and themes but also mirrors the nations complex history and diverse narratives. 'Writing the Nation' is an essential volume for those who wish to delve into the heart of American literature. It offers readers a unique opportunity to experience the multitude of voices, styles, and themes that have shaped the countrys literary tradition. This collection represents an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and anyone interested in the development of American literature and the cultural forces that have influenced it. The anthology invites readers to engage with the vibrant dialogue among its pages, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the United States' literary and cultural heritage.


Extraordinary American Writers

Extraordinary American Writers

Author: John Tessitore

Publisher: Children's Press(CT)

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 296

ISBN-13: 9780516226569

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Profiles over sixty United States authors representing different eras, cultures, and genres who have made their mark in history, including Benjamin Franklin, Emily Dickinson, and W.E.B. DuBois.


The Oxford Companion to American Literature

The Oxford Companion to American Literature

Author: James David Hart

Publisher: New York : Oxford University Press

Published: 1948

Total Pages: 906

ISBN-13:

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A classic reference to the authors and writings, past and present, popular and polite that is embraced by American literature.


American Ethnic Writers

American Ethnic Writers

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Publisher:

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 464

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Covers numerous ethnic writers and their works. All major American ethnicities are covered: African American, Asian American, Jewish American, Hispanic/Latino, and Native American.


Writing Programs Worldwide

Writing Programs Worldwide

Author: Chris Thaiss

Publisher: Parlor Press LLC

Published: 2012-07-30

Total Pages: 540

ISBN-13: 160235345X

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WRITING PROGRAMS WORLDWIDE offers an important global perspective to the growing research literature in the shaping of writing programs. The authors of its program profiles show how innovators at a diverse range of universities on six continents have dealt creatively over many years with day-to-day and long-range issues affecting how students across disciplines and languages grow as communicators and learners.


American Writers in Istanbul

American Writers in Istanbul

Author: Kim Fortuny

Publisher: Syracuse University Press

Published: 2022-09-01

Total Pages: 293

ISBN-13: 0815655959

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A Westerner writing about Istanbul “comes up against the Orient as a European or American first, as an individual second,” writes Edward Said. The American writers gathered in this collection are approached from the willed double perspective advocated by Said: as historically and culturally positioned observers and as individuals. Looking at texts by writers who do not necessarily define themselves as Orientalists, Kim Fortuny broadens the possible ways of thinking about this complex, idiosyncratic city of the world. In addition, the author’s close critical readings of the works of eight American writers who came to Istanbul and wrote about it offer a transnational approach to American writing that urges a loosening of a collective, national grip on literature as a product of place. This volume will be an invaluable addition to the history of literature.


American Profiles

American Profiles

Author: Walt Harrington

Publisher: University of Missouri Press

Published: 1992

Total Pages: 308

ISBN-13: 9780826208392

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"Author Walt Harrington, award-winning writer for the Washington Post Magazine, lifts the masks of celebrity and obscurity to reveal the lives of some singular men and women--from actress Kelly McGillis to nocturnal satanist Anton LaVey."--Publishers website.


Already Dead

Already Dead

Author: Denis Johnson

Publisher: Harper Collins

Published: 2003-03-03

Total Pages: 450

ISBN-13: 0061869201

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A contemporary noir, Already Dead is the tangled story of Nelson Fairchild Jr., disenfranchised scion to a northern California land fortune. A relentless failure, Nelson has botched nearly every scheme he's attempted to pull off. Now his future lies in a potentially profitable marijuana patch hidden in the lush old-growth redwoods on the family land. Nelson has some serious problems. His marriage has fallen apart, and he may lose his land, cash and crop in the divorce. What's more, in need of some quick cash, he had foolishly agreed to smuggle $90,000 worth of cocaine through customs for Harry Lally, a major player in a drug syndicate. Chickening out just before bringing the drugs through, he flushed the powder. Now Lally wants him dead, and two goons are hot on his trail. Desperate, terrified and alone, for Nelson, there may be only one way out. This is Denis Johnson's biggest and most complex book to date, and it perfectly showcases his signature themes of fate, redemption and the unraveling of the fabric of today's society. Already Dead, with its masterful narrative of overlapping and entwined stories, will further fuel the acclaim that surrounds one of today's most fascinating writers.