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Portrait of William Dean Howells

William Dean Howells

William Dean Howells was an American realist novelist, literary critic, and playwright, nicknamed "The Dean of American Letters". He was particularly known for his tenure as editor of The Atlantic Monthly, as well as for the novels The Rise of Silas Lapham and A Traveler from Altruria, and the Christmas story "Christmas Every Day," which was adapted into a 1996 film of the same name.

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Roman Holidays, and Others

"Roman Holidays and Others" by William Dean Howells is a collection of travel narratives written during the early 20th century. The work presents a se...

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My Mark Twain (from Literary Friends and Acquaintance)

"My Mark Twain" by William Dean Howells is a collection of personal reminiscences and reflections written during the late 19th century. The book prese...

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A Hazard of New Fortunes β€” Volume 4

"A Hazard of New Fortunes β€” Volume 4" by William Dean Howells is a novel written during the late 19th century. The book explores themes of social dyna...

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A Hazard of New Fortunes β€” Volume 3

"A Hazard of New Fortunes β€” Volume 3" by William Dean Howells is a novel likely composed in the late 19th century, exploring themes of social change a...

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A Belated Guest (from Literary Friends and Acquaintance)

"A Belated Guest (from Literary Friends and Acquaintance)" by William Dean Howells is a reflective account written in the late 19th century. This work...

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A Fearful Responsibility and Other Stories

"A Fearful Responsibility and Other Stories" by William Dean Howells is a collection of short stories written in the late 19th century. The opening st...

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Henry James, Jr.

"Henry James, Jr." by William Dean Howells is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The book focuses on the life and literary contr...

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Complete Project Gutenberg William Dean Howells Works

"Complete Project Gutenberg William Dean Howells Works" by William Dean Howells is a collection of literary works compiled from the writings of the au...

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Oliver Wendell Holmes (from Literary Friends and Acquaintance)

"Oliver Wendell Holmes (from Literary Friends and Acquaintance)" by Howells is a biographical account written in the early 20th century. The book expl...

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Short Stories and Essays (from Literature and Life)

"Short Stories and Essays (from Literature and Life)" by William Dean Howells is a collection of narratives exploring various facets of life, culture,...

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The Rise of Silas Lapham

"The Rise of Silas Lapham" by William Dean Howells is a novel written during the late 19th century. The narrative centers around Silas Lapham, a self-...

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The Lady of the Aroostook

"The Lady of the Aroostook" by William Dean Howells is a novel written in the late 19th century, exploring themes of departure and new beginnings. At ...

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Annie Kilburn : a Novel

"Annie Kilburn: A Novel" by William Dean Howells is a work of fiction written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around Annie Kilburn, the d...

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A Hazard of New Fortunes β€” Complete

"A Hazard of New Fortunes β€” Complete" by William Dean Howells is a novel written during the late 19th century. The book explores the life changes expe...

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Five O'Clock Tea: Farce

"Five O'Clock Tea: Farce" by William Dean Howells is a comedic play written in the late 19th century. This theatrical work belongs to the genre of far...

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A Foregone Conclusion

"A Foregone Conclusion" by William Dean Howells is a novel written during the late 19th century. This literary work delves into themes of aspiration, ...

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Venetian Life

"Venetian Life" by William Dean Howells is a travel narrative written during the late 19th century that captures the essence of life in Venice as expe...

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Impressions and experiences

"Impressions and Experiences" by William Dean Howells is a collection of autobiographical sketches written in the late 19th century. The text reflects...

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The Elevator

"The Elevator" by William Dean Howells is a farce that showcases the dynamics of social interactions during a Christmas dinner in an apartment hotel s...

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The Landlord at Lion's Head β€” Volume 2

"The Landlord at Lion's Head β€” Volume 2" by William Dean Howells is a novel set in the late 19th century, continuing the story begun in the first volu...

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