“Every good thing in the world stands on the razor-edge of danger.”
Quote by Thornton Wilder
Work
Twayne's United States Authors Series
This series offers detailed biographical and critical analyses of various American authors, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of their works and contributions to literature. more
Author
Thornton Wilder
American playwright, renowned for his works 'Our Town' and 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'. His works are characterized by deep insight and a unique style, profoundly influencing 20th-century American theater. more
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