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An Introduction to Literature
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Okay, it's an anthology but they feature writers, poets, dramatists, and works in their complete pieces. They have a great introduction and explanation of all things literate. The writers included have been awarded Nobel Prizes in Literature, the American National Medal of the Arts, some are well-known and some are not.
The authors, playwrights, ... »
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We Tell Ourselves Stories in Order to Live: Collected Nonfiction (Everyman's Library)
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WARNING! This is an extremely biassed review!
No one writes like Joan Didion. Every story, almost every sentence is a study of someone who obviously loves the language.
Didion hones in on our finest feelings, our fears, our sorrows shot from her literary arrow, with the truest aim.
I cannot read Didion without wanting to know more...... »
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The Way to Rainy Mountain
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Mr. Momaday's voice in his collection of stories is priceless. He tells of the Kiowa's legends, follows them up with facts, and includes his own reflections on what it means to be Kiowa, Indian/Native American, human. The inclusion of his father's artwork makes this an even more impressive volume.
I was fortunate enough to meet Mr. Mom... »
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At Large and At Small: Familiar Essays
Over the last several years, I must have given close to a dozen copies of Anne Fadiman's previous essay collection, "Ex Libris", to various friends. It's ... »
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Montaigne: Essays
In 1580, Michel de Montaigne dedicated this "honest book" to his family and friends. It may be called an extended autobiography; but it is quite unusual ... »
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