By the Book: A Perspective on American Literature

Dr Nicholas Pagan, Senior Lecturer in the Department of English, Universiti Malaya

04-Jul-23 20:00

By the Book: A Perspective on American Literature

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In conjunction with the 4th of July, we're diving deep into American literature, to discuss what makes it unique, and the writers (both classic and contemporary) that have shaped it. We also talk about some of the themes and preoccupations that American authors have explored, and how that has shifted over time - and of course, make recommendations about what to read to get started!

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Produced by: Sharmilla Ganesan, Lee Chwi Lynn

Presented by: Sharmilla Ganesan, Lee Chwi Lynn

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Categories: Literature/Philosophy

Tags: nicole krauss, by the book, american literature, toni morrison, philip roth,

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