When Winter Comes to Main Street (eBook)

Grant M. Overton (Autor)

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2022
211 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654741378-3 (EAN)

Infos

In 'When Winter Comes to Main Street' by Grant M. Overton, readers are immersed in a collection of charming and poignant short stories that capture the essence of small-town life. Through his descriptive and evocative prose, Overton paints a vivid picture of the joys and struggles faced by ordinary people in a close-knit community. The stories are marked by a sense of warmth and nostalgia, making the reader feel as though they are a part of Main Street themselves. The book is an excellent example of American regional literature, showcasing the beauty found in everyday moments and relationships. Overton's writing is both engaging and moving, making this collection a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today.

Autor

Grant Martin Overton (1887-1930) was an American writer and editor with a brief but impactful literary career. Born at the cusp of the 20th century, Overton's penchant for the arts emerged early in his life. He is best known for his engaging analysis of contemporary literature presented in 'When Winter Comes to Main Street' (1922), a book that offered readers an intimate glance at the world of publishers, authors, and their creative processes during the 1920s. Overton's writing is characterized by its insightful observations and accessible prose, which made literary criticism more approachable to the general public. His work not only reflects the literary panorama of his time but also showcases his talents as a bridge between the readers and the somewhat secluded world of authors. Beyond 'When Winter Comes to Main Street,' Overton contributed to the literary scene as an astute editor and a columnist, with a writing style that was both trenchant and illuminating. His contributions to American literature might be limited in quantity, however, their incisive nature rendered him a respected figure among his contemporaries. Although Overton's life was cut short by his untimely death, his keen analyses continue to serve as a window into the literary culture of the early twentieth century for modern scholars and literary enthusiasts alike.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.11.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 20th century • 20th century authors • American literary history • American literary landscape • American Literature • Author Analysis • Biographical exploration • classic literature studies • Cultural Context • early 20th century authors • English literature • English-speaking countries • evolution of American writing • Grant M. Overton writings • historical analysis of literature • historical perspective on literature • History and Criticism • influential literature movements • Intellectual life • Literary criticism • literary criticism and essays • Literary Influences • literary portraits • literary profiles • Main Street America in literature • Publishing Industry Insights