“If men were basically evil, who would bother to improve the world instead of giving it up as a bad job at the outset?”
Quote by Van Wyck Brooks
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From a writer's notebook
This book offers a compilation of essays, anecdotes, and reflections that delve into the intricacies of the writing process. It is intended for writers and readers interested in the thoughts and experiences of a writer as they navigate the challenges and joys of crafting prose. more
Author
Van Wyck Brooks
Van Wyck Brooks was a prominent American literary critic and historian, recognized for his substantial contributions to the study of American literary history. He is particularly known for his studies on the New England transcendentalists and the American Renaissance. Brooks's writing was marked by its intellectual depth and its ability to engage with both literary and historical issues. more
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