“It is the middle and pure height and whole of summer and a summer night, the held breath, of a planet's year; high shored sleeps the crested tide: what day of the month I do not know, which day of the week I am not sure, far less what hour of the night.”
Quote by James Agee
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Let Us Now Praise Famous Men: Three Tenant Families
This book is a poignant and insightful exploration of the hardships faced by tenant farmers in the American South during the 1930s. It combines photographs by Walker Evans with text by James Agee, offering a vivid portrayal of the daily struggles and resilience of these families. more
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James Agee
James Agee (November 27, 1909 - May 16, 1955) was an American author, playwright, and film critic. Known for his profound social criticism and literary talent, Agee is best remembered for his novel 'A Death in the Family' and the screenplay for the film 'The African Queen'. more
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