“You don’t choose a story, it chooses you.”
Quote by Robert Penn Warren
Work
Robert Penn Warren talking: interviews, 1950-1978
Robert Penn Warren talking: interviews, 1950-1978 is a compilation of interviews conducted with the renowned American poet and critic Robert Penn Warren. The interviews, spanning nearly three decades, provide a rich tapestry of Warren's perspectives on a variety of topics including literature, politics, and social issues. This collection offers readers a unique glimpse into the mind of one of America's most influential literary figures during a transformative era in American history. more
Author
Robert Penn Warren
Robert Penn Warren was an American poet, novelist, and literary critic. His works are known for their profound social insight and unique portrayal of Southern culture. Warren's poetry and novels have won numerous literary awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Poetry in 1947 and the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1955. more
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