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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

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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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Modern American Poetry: A Starter Pack

Modern American poetry can resonate with readers of all backgrounds, presenting accessible and powerful themes.

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

"Vuongâs life looks like a modern American fairy tale, having risen from refugee status to becoming a celebrated poet and professor, showcasing resilience and talent."

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

In 1951, a blind 65-year-old man named Max Gerlach claimed he was the inspiration for Jay Gatsby, asserting, 'I'm the real Jay Gatsby.' His story went largely ignored.

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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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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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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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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 skillfully navigated a successful writing career, despite her chronic battle with lupus.

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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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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.

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.