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“Only Southerners have taken horsewhips and pistols to editors about the treatment or maltreatment of their manuscript. This--the actual pistols--was in the old days, of course, we no longer succumb to the impulse. But it is still there, within us.”

Quote by William Faulkner

Work

The Sound And The Fury

William Faulkner's 'The Sound and the Fury' is a complex and challenging narrative that delves into the lives of the Compson family. The story is told through the perspectives of several characters, each with their own voice and narrative style, and spans several decades. The novel is renowned for its innovative narrative structure, which includes stream-of-consciousness writing and non-linear timelines. It is considered a classic of American literature, known for its exploration of the human psyche and the impact of historical and social forces on individual lives. more

Author

William Faulkner
William Faulkner

William Faulkner, an American writer born on September 25, 1897, and died on July 6, 1962. Known for his unique narrative techniques and profound descriptions of Southern society and history, Faulkner is considered one of the great novelists of the 20th century. more

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