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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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The 6 Best New Books This Week Showcase Top Talent

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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Books

The 6 Best New Books This Week Showcase Top Talent

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Modern American Poetry: A Starter Pack

Modern American poetry can be accessible and engaging for all, offering beautiful language and urgent themes that resonate with both seasoned readers and novices.

Writing

When Robert Frost Was Bad

Even renowned poets like Robert Frost wrote poor poetry early in their careers.

Bad poetry can persist and be significant in the literary landscape, even if initially dismissed.

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

Ocean Vuong's journey from refugee to acclaimed poet exemplifies resilience and the transformative power of literature.

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When Robert Frost Was Bad

Even renowned poets like Robert Frost wrote poor poetry early in their careers.

Bad poetry can persist and be significant in the literary landscape, even if initially dismissed.

Silicon Valley food

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

Ocean Vuong's journey from refugee to acclaimed poet exemplifies resilience and the transformative power of literature.

How The Great Gatsby Took Over Pop Culture

The Great Gatsby remains a significant reflection on identity and the American Dream after 100 years since its publication.

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

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

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How The Great Gatsby Took Over Pop Culture

The Great Gatsby remains a significant reflection on identity and the American Dream after 100 years since its publication.

fromSFGATE

NYC real estate

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

fromNew York Post

Germany news

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

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The American cultural boom a century on: Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Dos Passos and Louis Armstrong

George Steiner discusses 19th-century literary saturation and the emergence of American literature as a new universal force after Poe's death.

Flannery O'Connor at 100: should we still read her?

Flannery O'Connor, despite her lupus diagnosis, found solace in her writing, stating, 'I can write for one hour a day, and my, my, do I like my one hour. I eat it up like it was filet mignon.'

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A Town Without Time by Gay Talese review New York by an old master

Gay Talese's work, especially 'Frank Sinatra Has a Cold', is considered exemplary in capturing the essence of American journalism.

A new collection of Harper Lee's writing is coming later this year

Harper Lee's new posthumous collection reveals her early stories and thematic focus before 'To Kill a Mockingbird.'

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Harper Lee's Early Short Stories to Be Published for the First Time

Harper Lee's previously unpublished stories will be released in a collection titled The Land of Sweet Forever on Oct. 21, 2024.

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A new collection of Harper Lee's writing is coming later this year

Harper Lee's new posthumous collection reveals her early stories and thematic focus before 'To Kill a Mockingbird.'

SF parents

Harper Lee's Early Short Stories to Be Published for the First Time

Harper Lee's previously unpublished stories will be released in a collection titled The Land of Sweet Forever on Oct. 21, 2024.

more#harper-lee

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