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Maurice, Arthur Bartlett, 1873-1946 |
| Title |
The Mentor: Makers of American Fiction, Vol. 6, Num. 14, Serial No. 162, September 1, 1918
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Juliet Sutherland, Charlie Howard, and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Mentor: Makers of Modern American Fiction, Vol. 6, Num. 14, Serial No. 162,…" by Arthur B. Maurice is a literary collection focusing on significant figures in American fiction from the late 19th to the early 20th century. The book serves as a detailed exploration of various authors who have contributed to shaping modern American literature, highlighting their unique styles, thematic concerns, and contributions to the field. The text provides insights into the lives and works of prominent writers, enhancing readers' understanding of their literary significance. In this edition of The Mentor, the author profiles notable figures such as Booth Tarkington, Robert W. Chambers, Richard Harding Davis, and Jack London, among others. Each section provides a brief biography, illustrating the authors' inspirations, breakthrough works, and literary legacies. The writing also discusses the prevalent themes and styles within the authors’ works, as well as the evolution of American fiction during this period. By capturing the essence of these writers' contributions, the book serves as both a tribute to their legacies and a reference for aspiring writers and literature enthusiasts interested in the foundations of modern American storytelling. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
London, Jack, 1876-1916
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| Subject |
Davis, Richard Harding, 1864-1916
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| Subject |
American fiction -- 20th century -- History and criticism
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| Subject |
Tarkington, Booth, 1869-1946
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| Subject |
Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William), 1865-1933
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| Subject |
Beach, Rex, 1877-1949
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| Subject |
White, Stewart Edward, 1873-1946
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| Subject |
American fiction -- 19th century -- History and criticism
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
49239 |
| Release Date |
Jun 20, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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