“The language of the younger generation has the brutality of the city and an assertion of threatening power at hand, not to come. It is military, theatrical, and at its most coherent probably a lasting repudiation of empty courtesy and bureaucratic euphemism.”
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Bartleby in Manhattan, and Other Essays
This book is a compilation of essays that delve into a range of topics, offering insights and perspectives on different subjects. more
Author
Elizabeth Hardwick
Elizabeth Hardwick was an American novelist known for her profound psychological insights and portrayals of the female experience. Her works often explore love, marriage, and art, and how these themes affect individuals and society. more
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