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fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago
NYC real estate

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.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Germany news

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

Max Gerlach claimed to be the real-life inspiration for Jay Gatsby, but his story remained largely forgotten until later research revived interest.
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago
NYC real estate

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.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Germany news

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

Max Gerlach claimed to be the real-life inspiration for Jay Gatsby, but his story remained largely forgotten until later research revived interest.
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#literary-analysis
Books
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

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.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago
New York Yankees

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.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

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.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago
New York Yankees

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.
more#literary-analysis
#cultural-influence
NYC politics
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

An Excerpt From Alissa Wilkinson's Joan Didion Biography

Joan Didion's literary influence continues to resonate, prompting new explorations into her impact on American culture and storytelling.
NYC politics
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

An Excerpt From Alissa Wilkinson's Joan Didion Biography

Joan Didion's literary influence continues to resonate, prompting new explorations into her impact on American culture and storytelling.
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#journalism
NYC food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

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.
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
182 years ago
History

Walt Whitman

Walt Whitman, influential American poet, was profoundly impacted by democracy and his early experiences in journalism and liberal upbringing shaped his views.
NYC food
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

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.
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
182 years ago
History

Walt Whitman

Walt Whitman, influential American poet, was profoundly impacted by democracy and his early experiences in journalism and liberal upbringing shaped his views.
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#harper-lee
Books
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

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
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

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.
Books
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

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
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

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
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago
Books

A Finnish Writer's Portrait of American Loneliness

Tove Jansson's 1971 trip to the U.S. transformed her perspective on life, leading her to new themes in her adult novels.
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Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Robert Coover, Inventive Novelist in Iconoclastic Era, Dies at 92

Robert Coover significantly influenced postmodern American fiction with his innovative storytelling and rejection of traditional narrative forms.
Writing
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Tom Robbins, literary prankster-philosopher, dies at 92, multiple outlets report

Tom Robbins, renowned novelist known for his imaginative storytelling, has passed away at age 92, leaving behind a legacy of whimsical literature.
fromtime.com
11 months ago
Writing

Paul Auster, Prolific and Experimental Man of Letters and Filmmaker, Dies at 77

Paul Auster, a renowned writer and filmmaker known for inventive narratives, has passed away at 77.
Auster's works were admired overseas for his cosmopolitan worldview and erudite style, though he didn't achieve major commercial success in the U.S.
Digital life
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Robert Coover, Inventive Novelist in Iconoclastic Era, Dies at 92

Robert Coover significantly influenced postmodern American fiction with his innovative storytelling and rejection of traditional narrative forms.
Writing
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Tom Robbins, literary prankster-philosopher, dies at 92, multiple outlets report

Tom Robbins, renowned novelist known for his imaginative storytelling, has passed away at age 92, leaving behind a legacy of whimsical literature.
fromtime.com
11 months ago
Writing

Paul Auster, Prolific and Experimental Man of Letters and Filmmaker, Dies at 77

Paul Auster, a renowned writer and filmmaker known for inventive narratives, has passed away at 77.
Auster's works were admired overseas for his cosmopolitan worldview and erudite style, though he didn't achieve major commercial success in the U.S.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Writing

Mothers and Sons by Adam Haslett review secrets and solitude

Adam Haslett explores emotional trauma and interpersonal isolation in his novel Mothers and Sons.
Writing
fromOpen Culture
2 months ago

How Robert Frost Wrote One of His Most Famous Poems, "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening"

Robert Frost's poems are often misinterpreted; they convey deeper themes of melancholy and futility rather than simple inspiration.
#literary-legacy
fromBoston.com
11 months ago
Writing

Paul Auster, prolific and experimental man of letters and filmmaker, dies at 77

Paul Auster, a renowned American writer and filmmaker known for inventive narratives, blending history, politics, genre experiments, and self-references, has passed away at 77.
fromBoston.com
11 months ago
Writing

Paul Auster, prolific and experimental man of letters and filmmaker, dies at 77

Paul Auster, a renowned American writer and filmmaker known for inventive narratives, blending history, politics, genre experiments, and self-references, has passed away at 77.
more#literary-legacy
#short-stories
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Concerning the Future of Souls: 99 Stories of Azrael by Joy Williams review brilliantly deadpan

The contradictions in American spirituality shape its culture and literature, revealing an underlying strangeness.
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
215 years ago
History

Washington Irving

Washington Irving was the first professional American author, influencing subsequent literary movements and authors with his storytelling style and iconic characters.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Concerning the Future of Souls: 99 Stories of Azrael by Joy Williams review brilliantly deadpan

The contradictions in American spirituality shape its culture and literature, revealing an underlying strangeness.
fromWorld History Encyclopedia
215 years ago
History

Washington Irving

Washington Irving was the first professional American author, influencing subsequent literary movements and authors with his storytelling style and iconic characters.
more#short-stories
#gary-indiana
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 years ago
Writing

Gary Indiana Doesn't Travel in Any Circles (Published 2023)

Gary Indiana is experiencing a resurgence in popularity with new editions of his works and a forthcoming novel.
fromVulture
6 months ago
Writing

Gary Indiana's Exuberant Venom

Gary Indiana, a cultural critic and novelist, profoundly influenced American literary and art landscapes with his acerbic insights over a 40-year career.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 years ago
Writing

Gary Indiana Doesn't Travel in Any Circles (Published 2023)

Gary Indiana is experiencing a resurgence in popularity with new editions of his works and a forthcoming novel.
fromVulture
6 months ago
Writing

Gary Indiana's Exuberant Venom

Gary Indiana, a cultural critic and novelist, profoundly influenced American literary and art landscapes with his acerbic insights over a 40-year career.
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fromRoger Ebert
6 months ago
Writing

The Steady, Inevitable Decline: Sideways at 20 | Features | Roger Ebert

"Sideways" effectively explores themes of middle-aged disappointment through its protagonist's love and admiration for Pinot Noir. It significantly impacted America's wine culture.
#literary-awards
fromThe Nation
7 months ago
Writing

How Historical Fiction Redefined the Literary Canon

Major literary prizes increasingly favor historical fiction over contemporary narratives, signaling a significant shift in American literature.
fromPublishersWeekly.com
7 months ago
Writing

Barbara Kingsolver to Receive NBF Lifetime Achievement Award

Barbara Kingsolver is awarded the National Book Foundation's Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters, recognizing her impactful literary work.
Writing
fromThe Nation
7 months ago

How Historical Fiction Redefined the Literary Canon

Major literary prizes increasingly favor historical fiction over contemporary narratives, signaling a significant shift in American literature.
Writing
fromPublishersWeekly.com
7 months ago

Barbara Kingsolver to Receive NBF Lifetime Achievement Award

Barbara Kingsolver is awarded the National Book Foundation's Medal for Distinguished Contribution to American Letters, recognizing her impactful literary work.
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#literary-influence
fromQueerty
8 months ago
Writing

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

James Baldwin's profound literary influence continues to resonate with writers across generations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago
Writing

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.
fromQueerty
8 months ago
Writing

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

James Baldwin's profound literary influence continues to resonate with writers across generations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 months ago
Writing

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.
more#literary-influence
fromFast Company
9 months ago
Film

Yeti's new film is a rare look at Jimmy Buffett and the laidback lifestyle of 1970s Key West

A short documentary film showcasing Jimmy Buffett's life and friendships in his early years is released for free by Yeti on various digital platforms.
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