The corrected text 1931 features a popeye that is emotionless. Fortytwo stories make up this magisterial collection by the writer who stands at the pinnacle of modern american fiction. William faulkner 1897 1962 is an iconic figure in american literature, particularly in the genre of southern gothic literature. William faulkner was one of the most lauded writers of the 20th century. A beautifully illustrated childrens book unlike any othera tender and atmospheric tale. September 25, 1897 july 6, 1962 was an american writer and nobel prize laureate from oxford, mississippi. Buddy is one of the sons of lucius quintus carothers mccaslin old mccaslin. There is a group of stories that reflect the early history of yoknapatawpha county.
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