Character study of a Southern demagogue whose career follows in some respects as that of Huey Long.
Robert Penn Warren Libros
Robert Penn Warren fue un autor estadounidense fundamental cuyas obras exploran en profundidad las complejidades de la moral humana y las estructuras sociales. Como figura clave de la Nueva Crítica, moldeó enfoques del análisis literario, mientras que sus propios escritos ofrecen penetrantes visiones de la psicología de los personajes. Warren empleó el lenguaje magistralmente para crear ricas imágenes y narrativas cautivadoras que desafían al lector a contemplar las preguntas perdurables sobre el bien y el mal. Su voz distintiva y su relevancia literaria continúan resonando.







At age 82, Clifton Fadiman continues his prolific publishing career, here presenting 62 of the world's best short stories from 16 countries. His criteria? "Each story had to be both interesting and of high literary merit." Fadiman fulfills both requirements and much more, offering a cornucopia of superior 20th-century writers that includes Franz Kafka, D. H. Lawrence, Isaac Babel, F. Scott Fitzgerald, William Faulkner, Ernest Hemingway, John Cheever, Sean O'Faolain, Graham Greene, Robert Penn Warren, Colette, John Updike, Donald Barthelme, and James Thurber. (Regrettably, J. D. Salinger is not included due to lack of permission.) Here is a truly remarkable collection of this century's short stories that readers from all over the world will read with delight.
In his sixth novel, The Cave (1959), Robert Penn Warren tells the story of a young man trapped in a cave in fictional Johntown, Tennessee. His predicament becomes the center of national attention as television cameras, promoters, and newscasters converge on the small town to exploit the rescue attempts and the thousands of spectators gathered at the mouth of the cave.
Wilderness
A Tale Of The Civil War
American Literature 1
Beginnings to 1861
A Series in Nature III
- 116 páginas
- 5 horas de lectura
Exploring the intricate relationships within ecosystems, this volume delves into the interconnectedness of flora and fauna. It highlights the impact of environmental changes on biodiversity and the importance of conservation efforts. Through vivid illustrations and detailed observations, readers gain insight into the natural world, emphasizing the delicate balance that sustains life. The series aims to foster a deeper appreciation for nature and inspire action towards preserving it for future generations.
American Literature
The Makers and the Making
Academy of American Poets: Fifty Years of American Poetry
Over 200 Important Works by America's Modern Masters
- 320 páginas
- 12 horas de lectura
Seer, critic, lover, madwoman—the poet's sensibility allows us to experience diverse perspectives in this rich collection of contemporary American poetry. Featuring a poem from each chancellor, fellow, and award winner of the Academy of American Poets since 1934, this anthology showcases a unique array of literary styles and themes that have shaped the last five decades. Readers will encounter both familiar and new voices, as well as the great American poems that resonate deeply with our minds and hearts. The Academy's mission is to encourage and foster the production of American poetry, embracing poets of all schools and methods. This anthology serves as a representative cross-section of American poetry over the past 50 years, reflecting the institution's commitment to change and growth. It emphasizes that poetry is not solely for poets but for everyone. Compiled with this ethos, the collection aims to educate and inspire, offering insight into the dynamic evolution of American poetry. The Academy of American Poets stands as the only institution capable of assembling such a distinctive anthology, having consistently supported poets and promoted poetry as an accessible and vital part of the American literary landscape.
Das Spiel der Macht. Roman
- 798 páginas
- 28 horas de lectura
Willie Stark beginnt als idealistischer Kämpfer für politische Werte, verwandelt sich jedoch in einen machtbesessenen Politiker. Der überarbeitete Roman von Robert Penn Warren ist eine zeitlose Auseinandersetzung mit den menschlichen Machttrieben und gilt als Klassiker der amerikanischen Politik.
American Short Stories
- 120 páginas
- 5 horas de lectura
Ústrednou otázkou je vzťah dobra a zla - obe tieto hodnoty autor vidí v dialektickej jednote, pričom často mu vychádza, že zlo sa rodí aj z dobrých pohnútok... autor dostal za román Pulitzerovu cenu
Román byl inspirován osudem reálné osobnosti kentuckého politika, který pokrytecky získá moc, ale ztrácí dceru. V románu se prolínají dramatické osudy lidí, ovlivněných událostmi kolem politické vraždy, k níž došlo ve 20. letech v Tennesee.
Román významného soudobého amerického spisovatele líčí život malého městečka na americkém jihu, odsouzeného k zániku pod vodami mohutné přehrady.
Baladický milostný příběh stárnoucí ženy, zasazený do Tennesee šedesátých let.



















