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fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Jilly Cooper was the absolute queen': writers pay tribute to the beloved author

Jilly Cooper was a genuinely merry soul, with a gimlet eye and a determination to see the best in absolutely everything; even when her life was difficult, she brightened every room with her spaniel hair. What fun she had and shared with us, and what a wonderful legacy she left. It would be easier to count the novelists of my generation who didn't read her. Not just the world-conquering Riders
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London politics
fromianVisits
4 months ago

130 years after his expulsion, Oscar Wilde welcomed back to the British Library

The British Library will reinstate Oscar Wilde's readers' pass, allowing access to his grandson 130 years after his expulsion.
UK news
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

'Day of the Jackal' author Frederick Forsyth dies at 86

Frederick Forsyth, renowned thriller author, passed away, leaving a legacy of benchmark novels like 'The Day of the Jackal'.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

My mother was a famous feminist writer known for her candour and wit. But she was also a fantasist who couldn't be bothered to spend time raising me

The author reflects on her unique upbringing as the daughter of famed writer Erica Jong, emphasizing her sense of specialness despite personal challenges.
NYC LGBT
fromVulture
4 months ago

How I'll Remember Edmund White

Edmund White's impactful relationships and literary contributions shaped gay literature and community for decades.
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fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Tributes flow for 'unflinchingly honest' poet Paul Durcan on his death at age 80

Paul Durcan was a renowned Irish poet, celebrated for his unique voice and storytelling ability, who passed away at the age of 79.
Arts
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

Joan Didion leaves one more piece of writing to faithful fans

Joan Didion's 'Notes to John' reveals her intimate struggle with her daughter's mental health and showcases her raw, unguarded writing style.
Typography
fromOpen Culture
6 months ago

What Is Kafkaesque?: The Philosophy of Franz Kafka

Franz Kafka created complex literary works that critique bureaucratic absurdity, leaving a lasting legacy after his posthumous publication.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
6 months ago

Mario Vargas Llosa and the Latin American boom': The extinction of the literary barbarians

Latin American writers of the 20th century left a profound mark on literature, showcasing diverse styles and themes reflective of their cultures.
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